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# What is a Common Control Framework (CCF) and why should I use one?

**A Common Control Framework (CCF)** is a unified set of security, compliance, and privacy controls that consolidates requirements from multiple standards and regulations. Using a CCF allows you to implement controls once while meeting the requirements of various frameworks simultaneously.