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POA&M vs. OPA—Why Organizations Get Them Confused

POA&M vs. OPA—Why Organizations Get Them Confused

by Lauren Frickle | Sep 2, 2026 | Blog, The Assessment Room

POA&Ms and Operational Plans of Action aren’t the same thing. Learn when CMMC requires each, how they differ, and the common mistakes assessors see.

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