FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Gearing Up
2021

Non-manufacturers that want to support MAM members and Missouri manufacturing can connect through event sponsorship and/or one of the MAM Network Partnership programs.
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We offer a variety of partnership opportunity levels for both businesses and institutions of education.
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Interested in becoming a Partner? Email us to learn about our various partnership options.
Contact us at Info@mamstrong.org
Exclusive Benefits to MAM Members from our Partners
A Partner is a defined as a business who does not qualify as a manufacturer but provides services or products that will benefit our manufacturing Members.
Each Partner company is thoroughly vetted and researched to ensure we are collaborating with a recognized expert in their field and trusted resource.
A key factor is they must align with Missouri Association of Manufacturer’s mission: To Promote, Preserve and Advance manufacturing in Missouri.

Non-manufacturers that want to support MAM members and Missouri manufacturing can connect through event sponsorship and/or one of the MAM Network Partnership programs.
​
We offer a variety of partnership opportunity levels for both businesses and institutions of education.
​
Interested in becoming a Partner? Email us to learn about our various partnership options.
Contact us at Info@mamstrong.org
Exclusive Benefits to MAM Members from our Partners
A Partner is a defined as a business who does not qualify as a manufacturer but provides services or products that will benefit our manufacturing Members.
Each Partner company is thoroughly vetted and researched to ensure we are collaborating with a recognized expert in their field and trusted resource.
A key factor is they must align with Missouri Association of Manufacturer’s mission: To Promote, Preserve and Advance manufacturing in Missouri.
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IT &
CYBERSECURITY
CMMC 2.0 Overview
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program enhances cyber protection standards for companies in the Defense Industrial Base. It is designed to protect sensitive unclassified information that is shared by the Department with its contractors and subcontractors.
4 Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities for Machine Shops
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) could help small-to-medium-sized machine shops maintain higher levels of productivity than was possible without that connected technology. However, as these entities invest in advanced networking and high-tech equipment, they also must remain aware of cybersecurity threats. Here are four frequent risks that deserve attention.
One in Five Manufacturing Firms Targeted by Cyberattacks
Information-stealing malware makes up about a third of attacks, a study finds,
but companies worry most about ransomware shutting down production. Cybercriminals and attack groups continue to target manufacturers, with about one in five companies in the sector compromised in a successful attack, according to a survey published by security firm Morphisec.
CNC Machining Security QuickStart Guide
This guide is used in the design of security controls implemented around CNC machines and their networks. This guide is not a full step-by-step process for setting up security around CNC machines, but is to be used as a starting point to begin analyzing a client’s network and facility to determine the types of controls needed for securing CNC machines.
5 Key Cybersecurity Considerations Heading Into 2022
In a lot of ways, 2022 is going to be an exciting time for cybersecurity, but there are also a lot of things that should be on your radar heading into the new year. Read on to learn more about our 2022 cybersecurity considerations.

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification RESOURCES
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program enhances cyber protection standards for companies in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). It is designed to protect sensitive unclassified information that is shared by the Department with its contractors and subcontractors. The program incorporates a set of cybersecurity requirements into acquisition programs and provides the Department increased assurance that contractors and subcontractors are meeting these requirements.
Partner Resources and Information
More on CMMC 2.0
– IBM Security
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$4.62m - Average total cost of ransomware breach
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287 days - Average time to identify and contain a breach
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U.S. was the top country for average total cost of a data breach ($9.05m) for 11th consecutive year
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View the full report and findings HERE.
Cost of a Data Breach
Report (2021)
CMMC Compliance Made Easy