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The challenges of the new cybersecurity law (NIS2/NIB2)
May 21, 2025
Team uComply
The new law introduces significant changes and challenges for organizations in the digital sector. There are still a few months to prepare your organization. You can find the 5 challenges of the new cybersecurity law and solutions here. So don't wait for the law to take effect, start preparing now.
NIS2, known in Dutch as the Network and Information Security Directive (NIB2), is just around the corner and is expected to take effect in Q3 this year. This new legislation aims to improve the digital resilience of European member states and places higher cybersecurity requirements on a wider range of organizations.
The 5 challenges of the new cybersecurity law NIB2
For companies providing services to so-called "critical infrastructure" (and their suppliers), NIS2 represents a significant increase in cybersecurity standards. This includes monitoring, incident response, supply chain management and cybersecurity measures. It is essential to take a comprehensive inventory of your assets, software, data and users to understand your current security status and develop a detailed roadmap for implementing the required measures.
1 Taking action before the deadline
A key lesson from the implementation of the GDPR (AVG) is that many organizations did not act until the law went into effect. This is risky and can lead to fines and reputational damage. There are only a few months left before NIS2 goes into effect, so use this time to prepare properly and take the necessary steps.
uComply helps with GAP analysis and implementation plan
At uComply, we understand the complexities and challenges presented by NIS2. Our experts can help your organization identify the scope, develop a detailed roadmap and implement the necessary measures to meet NIS2 requirements. In doing so, the uComply App provides the necessary insights and implementation guidelines towards efficient cybersecurity compliance.
2 From policy to practice
There is often a gap between policy and practice. Policies exist on paper, but their implementation remains inconsistent, especially in the areas of incident response, crisis communications and third-party risk management.
uComply helps with a structured approach to risk management and incident response
uComply can provide support in establishing a structured approach to managing risk. One way we do this is with a proven system for risk management, risk assessment and insight into supplier performance.
3 Identification and protection of critical assets
Identifying and protecting the most critical assets, systems and data is a major challenge. Many organizations do not have a structured, risk-based classification approach.
Structured risk-based asset classification approach
uComply provides a structured, risk-based asset classification approach. The uComply App provides a systematic approach to identifying, listing and protecting critical assets. With clear implementation guidelines and templates for classifying assets. This provides the necessary insights and enables robust protection of your important systems and data.
4 Awareness at all levels
Creating awareness and a culture of cybersecurity at all levels within the organization is essential. This includes regular training and awareness campaigns to ensure that all employees understand their roles and responsibilities.
Awareness sessions and training for a proactive alert organization
uComply provides awareness campaigns to create a strong security culture. With attack simulations and frequent short awareness quizzes, we ensure employees understand their roles and responsibilities. This helps make your organization even more proactive and alert.
5 Technical foundations
Ensuring strong technical foundations such as continuous monitoring, rapid incident response and compliance with cybersecurity measures is necessary.
Integrated management system for compliance
A compliance management system provides a robust technical foundation and helps organizations effectively meet NIS2 requirements. Crucial here is the integration of the management system within one's own organization. You install the uComply app in its own "dataverse", i.e. on proprietary data and integrated with your own Office applications. Only then can compliance be handled securely and efficiently.
uComply officially affiliated with NIS2 Quality Mark
uComply is an official partner of the NIS2 Quality Mark, the standard for a secure supply chain.
uComply - from occasional services to fully integrated cost-effective management system
At uComply, we understand the complexities and challenges presented by NIS2. Our experts can help your organization identify the scope, develop a detailed roadmap and implement the necessary measures to meet NIS2 requirements. We offer customized solutions, from risk assessments and policy development to training and awareness campaigns, so that your organization is fully prepared for the new legislation.
The advent of NIS2 brings significant changes and challenges. It is crucial to take action now and take the necessary steps to meet the new requirements. uComply helps organizations do just that.
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