ThornScan was created by practitioners at The Cactus Group who saw the growing confusion around CMMC and compliance - and decided to build a clearer path.
ThornScan began inside The Cactus Group, built by practitioners working directly with organizations across the Defense Industrial Base. We saw a pattern repeat itself everywhere - scattered evidence, endless spreadsheets, unclear requirements, and teams overwhelmed by the work that was supposed to protect them.
The tools were complex. The goals were critical. And the people doing the work deserved better.
So we carved a new trail.
What started as an internal capability quickly became something much larger: a platform designed to bring structure, visibility, and confidence to compliance programs of every size.
ThornScan is the next evolution of our commitment to the Defense Industrial Base: a unified workspace that helps organizations prepare with purpose, track progress with confidence, and maintain readiness without unnecessary complexity.
This is more than software - it's a better way through the compliance landscape.
A smoother trail. A clearer view. A companion built for real teams, real challenges, and real outcomes.
Whether you're a DIB participant, a trusted service provider, or a prime contractor, ThornScan is designed to guide you through an ever-changing landscape with confidence.