Turn compliance gaps into clear next steps

Strike Graph Action Items is the smarter way to manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms). Stay on track, close gaps, and build trust faster.

Whether it's an audit finding, control gap, or overdue task, our AI-powered compliance management platform helps you track, assign, and resolve action items directly in your workflow.

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Turn compliance issues into actionable steps

Proactive risk management

Don't wait for an audit to find a gap. Use Action Items to track risk mitigation proactively and maintain a living record of your security posture. It’s one more way Strike Graph helps you operationalize compliance — and stay ahead of issues before they become liabilities.

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Clarity and accountability at every step

Compliance can’t move forward if responsibilities are unclear. With Action Items, Strike Graph automatically tracks who owns each task, what’s needed, and when it’s due — so nothing slips through the cracks. Assign, prioritize, and monitor resolution in one centralized location.

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Respond to findings with precision

When control gaps are identified — whether internally or during an audit — Strike Graph helps you document the issue, define the remediation plan, and map out key milestones. Capture exactly what auditors are looking for and demonstrate continuous improvement with ease.

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Streamlined collaboration across teams

From the C-suite to engineering to legal — compliance involves everyone. Strike Graph's Action Items keep stakeholders aligned by surfacing relevant tasks in their workflow, reducing bottlenecks and accelerating resolution timelines.

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Audit-ready documentation, built in

Strike Graph makes it easy to show progress on remediation efforts during assessments or when sharing status updates with execs and auditors.

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How to manage POA&Ms in compliance programs with automated Action Item tracking for audits

Action Items (POA&Ms) are integrated across the Strike Graph platform, connecting findings, tests, controls, and risk assessments. Here's how it works:

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Create Action Items

From failed tests, missing evidence, or custom remediation tasks.
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Assign Owners and Due Dates

To ensure accountability and drive resolution.
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Track Status

Through a visual dashboard that surfaces priorities and overdue items.
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Attach Evidence

To document the resolution process in real time.
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Filter and Report

On action items by owner or status to stay audit-ready.

By embedding POA&M management into your compliance workflows, Strike Graph makes it easy to close the loop on issues, show progress, and drive continuous improvement.

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Risk Assessment

Identify and prioritize risks so you can focus on what matters most and reduce compliance blind spots.

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Gap Analysis

Quickly uncover control gaps and get clear, actionable steps to close them.

 
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Cross-Framework Mappings

Map controls across multiple frameworks to eliminate duplicate work and streamline audits.

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Verify AI

Automate evidence collection and control testing with AI — reducing manual work and speeding up readiness.

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System Security Plan (SSP)

Centralize key system details and link them to action items for clear audit readiness.

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Self-Assessment

Evaluate your compliance readiness with guided, framework-specific checklists and scoring.

FAQ

What is a POA&M in cybersecurity compliance?

A POA&M (Plan of Action and Milestones) is a document or process used to identify, track, and resolve compliance gaps or security findings. It outlines what issues exist, how and when they will be addressed, and who is responsible for remediation. Many frameworks — including FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and HITRUST — require formal POA&M documentation.

How does Strike Graph help manage POA&Ms and action items?

Strike Graph’s Action Items feature enables you to create, assign, and track POA&Ms directly within the platform. Instead of managing tasks in spreadsheets or external systems, teams can centralize remediation plans, monitor progress, and maintain a complete audit trail in one place.

What types of compliance issues can be tracked as action items?

You can track any compliance-related issue as an action item in Strike Graph, including failed tests, missing evidence, policy updates, risk mitigations, or audit findings. The platform also allows for custom tasks tied to specific frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, or FedRAMP.

Is POA&M required for FedRAMP compliance?

Yes. For FedRAMP, managing a formal Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) is required. Strike Graph supports this by giving you a structured, trackable way to manage those remediation efforts and demonstrate progress to your sponsoring agency or 3PAO.

Is POA&M required for CMMC?

Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) are only allowed for CMMC Level 2 and Level 3 organizations. They are required to complete a self-assessment and submit a POA&M if there are gaps in compliance under the condition for remediation with 180 days, after which all items must be remediated to achieve final compliance.

Can Strike Graph automate or assign POA&Ms based on findings?

Yes. Strike Graph automatically surfaces potential action items based on test failures or evidence gaps. You can assign owners, set due dates, and track resolution all within the platform — helping your team respond quickly and reduce risk exposure.

Who in my organization should manage POA&Ms?

Typically, compliance leads, security teams, or IT operations managers oversee POA&Ms — but effective resolution often requires collaboration across departments. Strike Graph allows you to assign tasks to the right owners and keep everyone aligned on progress.

What frameworks support or require POA&Ms?

POA&M documentation is required or recommended in frameworks such as FedRAMP/NIST 800-53, CMMC/NIST 800-171, HITRUST, and even ISO 27001 as part of continual improvement. While SOC 2 doesn’t formally require POA&Ms, tracking and remediating gaps can strengthen your audit outcome.

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