Manually Writing SSPs is Outdated: Save Time and Money With Automated Compliance Documents

Using templates to manually write your system security plan (SSP) for FedRAMP, StateRAMP, TX-RAMP or CMMC is a soul-sucking, time-consuming, and obscenely expensive process that leads to inaccurate, quickly outdated documents and missed deadlines.

We've helped many companies ditch spreadsheets and SSP templates to automate and improve their SSP and ATO packages.

Here we’ll explain you the easy way for you to automate your SSP so you can beat deadlines, save money, and spend your energy on what matters – truly improving your security program.

The Pitfalls of Manually Writing SSPs Using Templates

Expensive and Frustrating

Manually writing hundreds of pages of compliance documentation is not only boring, but also very expensive. The costs can go well over $150,000. 

Do you really want to spend hundreds of hours filling out documents and spreadsheets? And those frequent Word crashes during team collaborations sure hurt morale and productivity.

There must be a smarter, more accurate and efficient way to tackle this colossal task.

"We spend a majority of our time filling out spreadsheets and generating control language. There’s gotta be a better way to do this. There is no reason we should be using spreadsheets to fill out templates." FedRAMP Security Consultant

Manual Methods Are Redundant and Inefficient

Security systems constantly evolve. By the time you’ve documented your controls, changes have already occurred.

The changes will affect many controls, sometimes dozens, so updating them by hand takes time and leads to errors. 

Late nights, bleeding eyes, endless spreadsheets. Let us help put this pain to an end.

Manual SSPs Are Never Truly Up-to-Date

Systems change frequently, making your freshly-minted SSP obsolete almost immediately.

Updating these documents by hand takes a lot of time. It's hard to keep them up to date, and it's inefficient and risky.

Slow FedRAMP PMO Reviews

Here we are in the 2020s, and it's astonishing that most of us manage our SSPs using DOCX files and Google Forms, some of which can stretch beyond 900 pages.

These antiquated methods are notorious for causing computer crashes and slow loading times.

The aftermath?

Lengthy wait times when submitting these documents for FedRAMP PMO reviews.

All is not bleak. Thanks to the pioneering team at NIST, we have the Open Security Controls Assessment Language (OSCAL). This transformative approach promises a brighter, more efficient future.

However, there is a problem. Using OSCAL can be difficult if you don't have expert talent with bandwidth, expertise, and engineering skills in-house.

Enter Paramify ...

The Benefits of SSP Automation Software

Easy Intake Process:

Replace the mind-numbing and miserable data entry process required with SSP templates with Paramify’s simple intake session.

It only takes 30 - 60 minutes. Seriously.

Strategic Focus:

You don't have much time to work on improving your security program strategy when you have to do a lot of manual documentation.

With automated documents and Risk Solutions tailored for your organization, you can spend your time and effort actually improving your security posture.

Efficiency:

Create OSCAL-based SSPs quickly and inexpensively.

Learn how our customers can generate complete ATO packages in 3.5 hours.

Accuracy:

Minimize human error with automated document generation. Our platform adapts to your evolving environment, ensuring your compliance documents remain accurate.

Faster Assessments & PMO Reviews (FedRAMP):

Machine-readable SSPs in OSCAL format ensure quicker reviews and approvals from the FedRAMP PMO.

Learn more about OSCAL.

Tailored Risk Solutions:

We offer custom Risk Solutions compliance deliverables that meet your specific needs. These battle-tested solutions are effective for organizations at any impact level, from FedRAMP Li-SaaS to FedRAMP High. They also meet the DoD Addendum requirements.

Learn about Risk Solutions:

What Customers Say About Paramify

"We used Paramify to quickly assemble and generate three different FedRAMP packages as well as the DoD IL5 addendum. Paramify is an integral part of our FedRAMP process..." Palo Alto Networks, Gov Certifications
"Paramify's approach is brutally efficient: simple to maintain, easy to understand, and rapid to deploy." Aumni, CTO & Founder

Sound too good to be true? Schedule a Free Demo Today!

Reach out with any questions or set up your free demo to experience the potential of the Risk Solutions Platform firsthand.

You'll learn:

  • How to generate more accurate compliance documentation at a fraction of the cost
  • The benefits of a security first approach
  • How fast and easy it is to get an OSCAL-based digital package

Want to learn more first?  Check out our pricing or request a video demo below:

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Adam Johnson
Dec 2024
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