In the defense industry, the push for digital collaboration often collides with the strict demands of cybersecurity and compliance. Tools like Microsoft Teams and SharePoint enable rapid information sharing—but when Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is involved, standard configurations aren’t enough.
The Collaboration-Compliant Balance
Defense contractors must enable secure file sharing, video conferencing, and joint editing features—without violating regulations like DFARS, ITAR, or NIST SP 800-171. Many organizations struggle to strike this balance, often over-restricting access or creating shadow IT workarounds that introduce risk.
Microsoft 365’s Potential—When Deployed Correctly
Microsoft 365, especially in the GCC High environment, offers the functionality modern teams need along with the security controls required by regulators. But these features must be intentionally configured.
That’s where GCC High migration services become essential. These services don’t just move data—they align identity management, conditional access, sensitivity labels, and Teams governance with federal compliance needs.
What Secure Collaboration Looks Like
A compliant and collaborative environment should include:
Role-based access to Teams and files
Automatic labeling and encryption of CUI
Secure external sharing controls
Logging and monitoring for all access and activity