Your challenges as an SME

More attacks, more regulation, less time. Ransomware, supply-chain risks, EU requirements (incl. the Cyber Resilience Act), and limited IT capacity increase pressure.

  • Unclear which security requirements apply to our connected products
  • Costly outages caused by incidents and production downtime
  • Limited capacity for compliance & training

Our value promise

The Cyber Resilience Institute makes product security understandable, plannable, and measurable for SMEs.

  • Faster CRA alignment with a Digital Product Passport
  • Prioritized actions — maximum impact with minimal effort
  • Hands-on training for staff & engineering teams
  • Lasting resilience instead of one-off firefighting

Facts & Figures: Why acting now matters

Sources 2024–2025. Links point to original publications.

Cyber incidents are Risk #1

According to the Allianz Risk Barometer 2025, cyber incidents are the top global risk (for the 4th year in a row).

Economic loss in Germany

Bitkom, Aug 2024 estimates ≈ €267 bn p.a.; also covered by Reuters.

CRA timeline

Cyber Resilience Act effective since 10 Dec 2024; core obligations apply from 11 Dec 2027. Overview: Cyberstand.

Cost of a data breach

IBM Cost of a Data Breach 2024: average US$4.88 m per incident (global).

EU threat landscape

ENISA Threat Landscape 2024: ransomware & availability attacks dominate (Jun 2023–Jul 2024).

Germany: situation “strained”

BSI Situation Report 2024: still strained, with focus on ransomware & professional attackers.

Figures vary by industry, size, and region. See sources for details.

Our Cyber Resilience Framework

Cyber resilience framework diagram

Services that actually solve problems

Modular and scalable — each package delivers clear outcomes, transparent priorities, and a roadmap with realistic effort estimates.

1) Risk assessment for connected products

Analysis of devices, software & interfaces — including threat modeling, a risk matrix, and actionable to-dos.

  • Clear evaluation of technical & organizational risks
  • Prioritized to-dos with effort/benefit estimates
  • Optional: digital twin testing & attack simulation

2) Digital Product Passport (EU CRA-aligned)

Your Digital Product Passport as a conformity artefact — security features, SBOM notes, update process & responsibilities.

  • Transparency for customers, auditors & partners
  • “Security by design” documented
  • Audit-ready & scalable across product lines

3) Training & practical recommendations

Role-based for engineering, IT & operations — with checklists, exercises, and tailored learning paths.

  • Security awareness & secure development practices
  • Incident response & reporting paths
  • Roles: Dev, QA, Procurement, Operations

4) Catalog of technical & organizational measures

Your customized action plan — from secure boot and patch processes to supply-chain controls.

  • Technical hardening (secure update, logging, monitoring)
  • Processes & policies (access, roles, business continuity)
  • Commitment roadmap with milestones

What our customers say

Feedback on collaboration, speed, and impact.

Fast CRA alignment
Google logo Google review
“Risk assessment and the Digital Product Passport were ready within weeks. We knew exactly which actions mattered first. Highly recommended.”
CEO (Manufacturing, 120 employees)
Pragmatic action plan
LinkedIn logo LinkedIn recommendation
“No theory paper: clear to-dos, ownership, and timeline. Training noticeably improved awareness.”
Head of IT (Construction trades, 85 employees)
Secure product development
Google logo Google review
“Security priorities in engineering were clarified. Fewer loops — faster, compliant releases.”
Product Manager (Electronics, 60 employees)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and when do obligations apply?

The CRA is an EU regulation on the cybersecurity of connected products. It has applied since 10 Dec 2024; core obligations take effect from 11 Dec 2027. Transition periods vary by product category.

EU information page

Why do I need a Digital Product Passport?

It documents security features, update processes, and responsibilities — evidence for customers, partners, and auditors, and a foundation for repeatable conformity.

How does a risk assessment work?

We define system boundaries & interfaces, build a threat model, prioritize risks (matrix), and deliver to-dos with effort/benefit estimates. Optional: digital twin & attack simulation.

Ready for lasting security?

Get your prioritized cyber resilience roadmap.

From the first risk analysis to the Digital Product Passport — all from one partner.

Book a free consultation