Secure NIST 800-171 Compliant File Transfer Solutions

Being NIST 800-171 compliant means an organization has implemented required security practices for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information, or CUI, in non-federal systems. For manufacturers, that can include controlling access to CNC program files, logging activity, securing file transfer, managing revisions, authenticating users, and maintaining traceability for audits tied to defense contracts.

Excellerant supports CUI protection by centralizing CNC program management and adding controlled access, customizable permissions, Active Directory integration, per-machine event logging, and standards-compliant revision control. These features help prevent unauthorized file changes, ensure operators use the correct NC revision, and create an auditable record of program transfer and machine activity.

Yes. Excellerant’s compliant DNC and machine-data software is built for defense-sector and quality-regulated machine shops supporting CMMC 2.0, CMMC 3.0, and NIST 800-171 requirements. It helps manufacturers manage CUI-bearing G-code, strengthen access controls, preserve event history, and align shop floor file transfer practices with cybersecurity expectations.

Yes. On-premise deployment options are available for shops that need tighter control over where sensitive CNC programs and machine data reside. This is especially important for defense contractors with CUI handling requirements, internal IT policies, or customer mandates that restrict cloud-only systems or require local infrastructure control.

Yes. Excellerant connects legacy equipment, including RS-232 serial-controlled CNCs, BTR and paper-tape machines, and older controls through serial communication or intermediary devices. This allows long-running machines to participate in centralized DNC, secure program transfer, logging, and revision control without requiring expensive machine replacement.

The platform supports customizable user permissions and Active Directory integration, helping shops align CNC file access with job roles and internal security policies. Administrators can control who can view, edit, transfer, or approve program files, reducing the risk of unauthorized changes and supporting accountable handling of sensitive manufacturing data.

Revision control creates a documented history of CNC program changes, helping auditors verify that file updates are controlled and traceable. Excellerant includes an in-browser G-code editor, one-click revision compare, per-machine event logging, and process-management tools so operators can run the correct current revision while managers retain visibility into changes.

Yes. Excellerant offers wired DNC over ethernet and wireless DNC over WiFi, including support for older RS-232 machines through wireless adapters. This gives manufacturers flexibility in machine placement while maintaining centralized NC file management, controlled transfer, browser-based access, and auditable activity across the shop floor.