On February 12–13, 2025, the CRACoWi consortium convened in Düsseldorf, Germany, for its second Plenary Meeting – a key milestone in the project’s first year of implementation. The event brought together all 14 partners to evaluate progress, exchange insights, and align efforts in delivering on CRACoWi’s mission: helping SMEs and manufacturers navigate the new Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) requirements with ease.
The two-day meeting was hosted by ONEKEY, one of the consortium partners and a leading force in embedded cybersecurity. The gathering was a timely opportunity to reflect on achievements so far and to strategically plan for the next phases of development.
The first day was dedicated to Work Package (WP) updates, providing a comprehensive overview of each technical, legal, dissemination, and capacity-building activity currently underway. Partners shared developments in the creation of the Compliance Wizard, stakeholder engagement, and the integration of regulatory frameworks (CRA, RED, NIS2). The session ensured that the project remains on track across all its pillars: compliance automation, stakeholder support, and cybersecurity awareness. The second day zoomed in on the use cases, offering a hands-on perspective into how CRACoWi technologies will be tested and validated in real-world environments and what challenges are in front of the consortium.
Beyond the formal agenda, the plenary was marked by genuine collaboration, problem-solving, and open dialogue. The evening social dinner provided an informal space for further exchange, reinforcing the strong consortium ties and mutual commitment to the project’s success.
As the CRACoWi project gains momentum, the consortium remains focused on delivering tangible, user-friendly tools to empower European companies – especially SMEs – in meeting the cybersecurity requirements of the Cyber Resilience Act.
A special thank you goes to ONEKEY for hosting us in Düsseldorf and to ITML, the project coordinator, for guiding the process with clarity and dedication.
Athens – The CRACoWi project officially launched with a two-day event – Kick-off Meeting and press conference – in Athens, organized by ITML, the project coordinator. Funded under the Digital Europe Program (DEP)and supported by the European Cybersecurity Competence Centre, the project unites 14 partners from 4 EU countries – Greece, Germany, Slovenia, and Cyprus– to develop essential tools for cybersecurity compliance and certification in the digital market.
CRACoWi (Cyber Resilience Act – Compliance Wizard) aims to create a digital tool (Compliance Wizard) that helps SMEs, manufacturers, and distributors comply with the EU’s Cyber Resilience Act. By automating compliance assessments, generating necessary documentation, and supporting cybersecurity certification, CRACoWi ensures businesses can easily meet new cybersecurity standards throughout the product lifecycle.
The project began on September 1st, 2024, and will run for 36 months, focusing on simplifying cybersecurity compliance for businesses.
On September 30th, the first day of the kick-off conference, partners presented their work packages, deliverables, and project objectives. Attendees also received insights from the EU Project Officer, who shared best practices for implementing Digital Europe Program projects and aligning CRACoWi with EU cybersecurity objectives.
On October 1st, the second day of the conference, presentations featured complementary projects and initiatives, focusing on shared goals and collaboration across the cybersecurity ecosystem. Highlights included:
A detailed overview of the Cyber Resilience Act and the Radio Equipment Directive (RED), providing insights into how RED’s implementation informed the CRA.
Presentations from related projects such as SENTINEL, CYberSynchrony, and UNDERPIN, emphasizing synergies with CRACoWi in addressing common cybersecurity challenges.
A live demonstration of BUNKAI and an overview of the CYRENE project, illustrating hands-on approaches to cybersecurity tool development.
This is just the beginning of our journey toward making Europe’s digital market more secure! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to push the boundaries of cybersecurity and compliance.
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