--- title: "Day 31: POA&Ms—Your Roadmap to Remediation" description: POA&Ms track gaps and progress. They’re vital—even if not certifiable. image: https://blog.valeonetworks.com/hubfs/Valeo%20Networks%20Logo%20Blog%20Banner-Oct-10-2025-10-24-02-9271-AM.png --- [Skip to the main content.](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/day-31-poams-your-roadmap-to-remediation#main-content) [![Valeo-poweredbyForte-white](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Valeo-poweredbyForte-white.png?width=600&height=99&name=Valeo-poweredbyForte-white.png "Valeo-poweredbyForte-white")](https://valeonetworks.com) [![Valeo Networks Division Logos 2024](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VN%20-%20Division%20Logos/Valeo/Valeo%20Networks%20Division%20Logos%202024.png?width=960&height=290&name=Valeo%20Networks%20Division%20Logos%202024.png "Valeo Networks Division Logos 2024")](https://valeonetworks.com) - [Services](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services) - [CMMC Services](https://valeonetworks.com/cmmc-services) - [Managed IT Services](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services/managed-it/) - [Cybersecurity](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services/cybersecurity/) - [Cloud Solutions](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services/cloud-solutions/) - [Compliance](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services/compliance/) - [Industries](https://valeonetworks.com/industries) - [Resources](https://valeonetworks.com/resources) - [Blog](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/) - [Data Sheets](https://valeonetworks.com/resources/datasheets/) - [Ebooks](https://valeonetworks.com/resources/ebooks/) - [Guides & White papers](https://valeonetworks.com/resources/guides-white-papers/) - [In The news](https://valeonetworks.com/in-the-news/) - [Our Services](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services) - [Webinars & Videos](https://valeonetworks.com/resources/webinars-videos/) - [E-Waste](http://valeonetworks.com/resources-e-waste) - [About](https://valeonetworks.com/about) - [Our Story](https://valeonetworks.com/our-story) - [Leadership](https://valeonetworks.com/about/leadership/) - [Partners](https://valeonetworks.com/about/partners/) - [Success Stories](https://valeonetworks.com/success-stories/) - [Contact](https://valeonetworks.com/contact) - [Careers](https://valeonetworks.com/about/careers/) - [Locations](https://valeonetworks.com/contact/locations/) - [Support](https://valeonetworks.com/client-portal/) [888-806-3601](tel:888-806-3601) [Client Portal](https://portal.Valeonetworks.com) Toggle Menu Toggle Menu [888-806-3601](tel:888-806-3601) [Client Portal](https://portal.Valeonetworks.com) - [Services *Toggle Menu*](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services) - [CMMC Services](https://valeonetworks.com/cmmc-services) - [Managed IT Services](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services/managed-it/) - [Cybersecurity](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services/cybersecurity/) - [Cloud Solutions](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services/cloud-solutions/) - [Compliance](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services/compliance/) - [Industries](https://valeonetworks.com/industries) - [Resources *Toggle Menu*](https://valeonetworks.com/resources) - [Blog](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/) - [Data Sheets](https://valeonetworks.com/resources/datasheets/) - [Ebooks](https://valeonetworks.com/resources/ebooks/) - [Guides & White papers](https://valeonetworks.com/resources/guides-white-papers/) - [In The news](https://valeonetworks.com/in-the-news/) - [Our Services](https://valeonetworks.com/our-services) - [Webinars & Videos](https://valeonetworks.com/resources/webinars-videos/) - [E-Waste](http://valeonetworks.com/resources-e-waste) - [About *Toggle Menu*](https://valeonetworks.com/about) - [Our Story](https://valeonetworks.com/our-story) - [Leadership](https://valeonetworks.com/about/leadership/) - [Partners](https://valeonetworks.com/about/partners/) - [Success Stories](https://valeonetworks.com/success-stories/) - [Contact *Toggle Menu*](https://valeonetworks.com/contact) - [Careers](https://valeonetworks.com/about/careers/) - [Locations](https://valeonetworks.com/contact/locations/) - [Support](https://valeonetworks.com/client-portal/) 1 min read # Day 31: POA&Ms—Your Roadmap to Remediation [Valeo Networks](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/author/valeo-networks) : Oct 10, 2025, 11:10:00 AM [cmmc](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/tag/cmmc) [compliance](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/tag/compliance) With 31 days left, let’s talk about the unsung hero of your compliance journey: the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M). While POA&Ms aren’t accepted during final CMMC certification, they’re essential for tracking your progress and preparing for SPRS submission. **What Is a POA&M?** A POA&M is a structured document that: - Identifies gaps in your NIST SP 800-171 implementation - Outlines remediation steps - Assigns deadlines and responsible parties Think of it as your cybersecurity to-do list—a roadmap that shows assessors you’re actively working toward full compliance. **Why POA&Ms Still Matter** - Required for SPRS score justification - Used during pre-assessment readiness reviews - Helps prioritize remediation efforts **Common Pitfalls** - Vague remediation steps - No assigned owners or deadlines - POA&Ms that never get updated **How Valeo Networks Helps** We help you: - Build actionable POA&Ms - Track remediation timelines - Align POA&Ms with SSP and SPRS documentation A POA&M isn’t a weakness—it’s a sign of progress. 📧 Contact: Jim Gast – [jim@valeonetworks.com](mailto:jgast@valeonetworks.com)  - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) #### ![BusinessOwnerGuidetoM&A-1](https://blog.valeonetworks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BusinessOwnerGuidetoM%26A-1.png?width=303&height=209&name=BusinessOwnerGuidetoM%26A-1.png) #### Download our eBook*THE ULTIMATE ROADMAP TO CMMC COMPLIANCE* by filling out the form below! 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