Client Spotlight: CNK Machine Manufacturing
A score of -203 on the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) sounds like a starting point that might make most compliance teams flinch. For CNK Machine Manufacturing, it was exactly where they began and within twelve months, Dragnet had them at full CMMC 2.0 compliance.
Starting From Zero (Minus 203)
As a small business in aerospace manufacturing, CNK Machine Manufacturing faced the same dilemma many companies in the defense supply chain encounter: the need for serious cybersecurity compliance expertise, without the internal resources to build it from scratch.
Rather than piecing together a solution using a generalist IT provider, CNK came to Dragnet as their first dedicated cybersecurity compliance partner, and they came with a challenge that demanded real results.
"When we began this process, our SPRS score was -203. It felt overwhelming, we are now at a score of +102."
-Patrick Kite, CNK Machine Manufacturing
A Partner Who Meets You Where You Are
What made the difference wasn't just the technical roadmap. It was the approach. Dragnet's team, led by Stacy Aitken, took the time to understand CNK's operation, constraints, and goals rather than applying a cookie-cutter solution.
"Stacy took the time to learn our operation, our constraints, and our goals. She didn't give us a one-size-fits-all solution — she gave us our solution."
-Patrick Kite, CNK Machine Manufacturing
For a small business operating with limited resources in a highly regulated industry, that kind of customized engagement matters enormously.
The Result: Full Compliance in 12 Months
Twelve months after engaging Dragnet, CNK Machine Manufacturing achieved full CMMC 2.0 compliance, starting from a position that most would consider a worst-case scenario. The transformation opened doors to DoD contracts that had previously been out of reach.
"The result is CMMC 2.0 compliance achieved in 12 months, starting from an SPRS score of -203 and now having a score of +102. That's not just a compliance checkbox for us; it opens doors to contracts we couldn't pursue before."
-Patrick Kite, CNK Machine Manufacturing
Advice for Anyone on the Fence
When asked what he'd tell himself before the engagement began, Patrick's advice is simple:
"Don't wait, and don't be intimidated by where you're starting from. Dragnet will meet you at your level, understand your business, and build a realistic path forward."
If your company is behind on CMMC readiness, no matter how far behind, Dragnet has the experience to turn that around. Reach out to schedule a discovery call.