Burke Aerospace Clears the Runway for CMMC Readiness and Manufacturing Uptime

Key Challenges: Outdated IT Puts Compliance and Uptime on the Line

Before partnering with CompassMSP, Burke Aerospace was stuck with an unresponsive IT provider. When urgent IT issues popped up, nobody called back. This silence was more than just frustrating; it forced production lines to stop completely, a major liability in the manufacturing industry.

Missed Deadlines and an IT Provider That Leaves You on Seen

To make matters worse, Burke Aeropspace’s aging infrastructure disrupted operations, triggering a domino effect of missed deadlines, inconsistent production, and unmet customer commitments. Besides being unresponsive, their IT provider lacked the expertise to guide them through an infrastructure upgrade. They needed IT support for manufacturers, guiding them through what investments to make, what to prioritize, and how to build a technology foundation that would support compliance and growth.

Under Pressure of CMMC and Industry 4.0 Mandates

At the same time, the organization’s top customers started rolling out strict new vendor requirements. The company urgently needed guidance on CMMC readiness and adapting to Industry 4.0 model-based definitions.

When Manufacturing Cybersecurity Falls Short

Cybersecurity added even more urgency. Like many small and mid-sized manufacturers, Burke knew cyber threats cause significant financial damage, potentially even taking the business down completely. The company needed a manufacturing IT partner that could help reduce risk while aligning IT investments with plant operations.

Solution: A Strategic IT Partner That Moves as Fast as Production

Burke Aerospace needed more than a break-fix IT vendor. They needed a strategic partner to guide them through the heavy demands of defense-level cybersecurity and IT modernization for manufacturers.

A Roadmap for CMMC and Industry 4.0 Readiness

Right out of the gate, the CompassMSP team jumped in to provide Industry 4.0 and CMMC compliance support for aerospace manufacturers, translating complex requirements into a structured, audit-ready program. The CompassMSP team helped Burke assess its environment, identify the right upfront investments, and create a clear roadmap with next steps and realistic timelines.

That plan gave the company something concrete it could share with customers. As new requirements around CMMC and Industry 4.0 began to take shape, Burke was able to communicate progress, expectations, and target dates with their key customers.

Proactive Cybersecurity for Manufacturers

Beyond infrastructure guidance, CompassMSP brought a more proactive approach to cybersecurity. A Dedicated vCISO  Aligned technology investments with plant operations to ensure systems stay secure, connected, and compliant from the front office to the shop floor.

Support That Feels In-House

Just as important, CompassMSP established weekly virtual meetings and consistent communication with the Burke Aerospace team. This ongoing collaboration made CompassMSP feel like an extension of the internal team rather than an IT provider.

Outcome: IT Investments That Keep Production Running

Within the first week, Burke Aerospace felt a shift. The transition to the new infrastructure went smoothly and delivered immediate improvements, including:

• Zero Production Downtime: The entire IT transition happened without a single disruption to the manufacturing floor.
• Audit-Ready Compliance: Burke Aerospace achieved full alignment with CMMC requirements and Industry 4.0 standards, ensuring it remains eligible for critical Department of Defense contracts.
• 100% Security Confidence: Burke Aerospace operates with greater peace of mind knowing CompassMSP actively monitors the forefront of the threat landscape, lowering the risk of downtime, fines, and reputational damage.
• Ongoing Support: The high-precision manufacturer no longer had to manage critical IT, security, and compliance concerns alone.
• Business Alignment: By establishing a partnership with a trusted expert, teams can stay ahead of issues, make smarter investments, and keep production moving while supporting long-term growth.