Why Did StateRAMP Become GovRAMP?

StateRAMP, the crew known for keeping government cloud systems secure, has announced they're changing their name to GovRAMP.

The new name is a nod to their bigger mission – to make cybersecurity standards that serve state and local governments, tribal nations, and educational institutions.

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GovRAMP continues to serve state and local governments, tribal nations, and educational institutions, as it always has. The name change was made to better reflect our mission and scope.

Why the GovRAMP Name Change?

The name change from StateRAMP to GovRAMP is meant to reflect the mission and scope of the organization a little better.

StateRAMP is about state and local government, but also tribal and education institutions.

The Game Plan for the GovRAMP Change

No Disruptions: Legally, they're still StateRAMP, but they'll go by GovRAMP in all the public stuff.
New Look, Same Mission: You'll start seeing the GovRAMP name and logo pop up. But, it's a makeover meant to show their broader mission – to secure cloud services for government folks remains the same.
Let's Talk About It: They're going to keep everyone in the loop with events like the Cybersecurity Framework Harmonization Symposium in D.C., where you can chat directly with the leaders about what's changing.

What Does This Mean for You?

For the Tech Folks (Service Providers, 3PAOs, Consultants): Keep doing what you're doing. Your certifications and partnerships are safe. You'll just see some new logos and names on the paperwork.
For Government Partners: GovRAMP continues its commitment to supporting local and state governments, tribal nations and educational institutions.

→ The easiest way to find out if GovRAMP is worth the effort

About GovRAMP

GovRAMP is a standardized cybersecurity framework used by state and local governments across the United States. It’s modeled after FedRAMP and uses NIST 800-53 controls.

GovRAMP is still your go-to for making sure cloud services are secure enough for government use. Whether you're a tiny town or a large educational agency, they've got your back.

You can check them out at GovRAMP.org.

→ Get the differences between GovRAMP and TX-RAMP to find out which is best for your organization.

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