This episode breaks down the ND-ISAC’s essential guide designed to help small and medium-sized businesses avoid the "race to the bottom" when selecting a Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO). We discuss how to utilize a comprehensive scoring system to evaluate potential assessors on critical criteria like technical aptitude, reasonableness, and the all-important intake process. Listeners will learn why the lowest price often carries the highest risk and how to identify an assessor who truly understands their unique environment. www.securitycareers.help/c3pao-selection-guide-for-small-and-medium-sized-businesses-strategic-briefing   Sponsors: https://baseline.compliancehub.wiki https://cmmcnist.tools