When it comes to security, it's important for businesses to trust their service providers. Accreditation is a way for businesses to ensure that their service providers are meeting industry standards and that they are providing high-quality services.
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One of the main reasons why businesses should buy security services from accredited service providers is that these providers have been independently vetted by a third party. This means that they have been assessed against a set of standards and have been found to meet or exceed those standards. This provides businesses with a level of assurance that they are working with a reputable and trustworthy provider.

Another reason why businesses should buy security services from accredited service providers is that these providers have a proven track record of success. Accreditation is not a one-time event; it must be renewed on a regular basis, meaning that providers must continuously meet the standards in order to maintain their accreditation. This means that businesses can trust that their providers have the necessary experience and expertise to provide high-quality security services.

Accreditation can also help businesses ensure that their service providers are keeping up with the latest technology and industry developments. Accreditation bodies often require providers to demonstrate that they are using the latest technology and that they are staying up-to-date with industry trends. This helps businesses ensure that their service providers are providing the most current and effective security solutions.

Moreover, Accreditation also ensures that the service providers are adhering to the regulations, laws and compliance requirement that are specific to the industry or sector they are operating in. This is especially important for businesses that operate in regulated industries, such as financial services or healthcare, where compliance with regulations is critical to maintaining the trust of customers and stakeholders.
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Additionally, Accreditation also helps in building trust with the customers and partners. When a business is working with an accredited security service provider, it sends a message to its customers and partners that the business takes security seriously and that it is committed to protecting its own and its customers' assets and sensitive information.

In summary, businesses should buy security services from accredited service providers because these providers have been independently vetted, have a proven track record of success, are keeping up with the latest technology and industry developments, adhering to the regulations, laws and compliance requirements and also helps in building trust with the customers and partners. Accreditation is an important way for businesses to ensure that they are working with reputable and trustworthy providers and that they are getting the high-quality security services they need to protect their assets and personnel.

Watch the webinar for an introduction and overview of the US Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Key CMMC stakeholders share the practical steps that an organization can take in order to prepare for CMMC requirements; discuss market opportunities resulting from CMMC; and explain the role of tools in conducting CMMC assessments.

The Panel: Karlton Johnson – Vice Chairman, Board Directors of CMMC
Katie Arrington – CISO, A&S Organization, Department of Defense 
​Charlie Tupitza – Cybersecurity & Data Breach Protection Lead,SBA
Tony Sager – Senior Vice President, Center for Internet Security
Phil Lewis, COO – Titania
Armando Seay – Director, Maryland Innovation and Security Institute (MISI)
Moderator: Tom Brennan, Chair – CREST USA Chairman / ProactiveRISK

** Updated 11/10
Additional information can be found in the DFARS summary