Why Small Businesses Can’t Ignore NIS2 Directive in 2024
Posted on December 9, 2024
In this week’s security insights, Make Sense SRL’s CEO Tania shares her perspective on how the NIS2 Directive is reshaping cybersecurity requirements for SMEs across Europe.
The landscape of cybersecurity compliance is evolving rapidly, and one of the most significant changes I’m observing is how the NIS2 Directive is affecting businesses that previously considered themselves “too small” for comprehensive security frameworks. With my experience in implementing security frameworks across various sectors, I can tell you that this shift is unprecedented.
Many business owners ask me, “Why should I care about NIS2?” The answer is simple: the directive’s scope extends far beyond what many realize. Even if your company isn’t directly classified as an essential entity, you may just as well be classified as important , or likely become a part of a supply chain of the one. This means the security standards you maintain directly impact your ability to maintain and win business relationships.
Start by conducting a basic gap analysis of your current security measures against NIS2 requirements. This simple step can save you from scrambling to comply when your larger clients start asking for security attestations.
If you’re curious to learn more about implementing NIS2, join our next NIS2 Directive Lead Implementer training course, where we’ll dive deep into practical implementation strategies.
