The CRACoWi project officially launched with a Kick-off Meeting and press conference held in Athens on September 30th and October 1st, 2024.
Funded under the Digital Europe Program (DEP) and supported by the European Cybersecurity Competence Centre, the CRACoWi project brings together 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 develop a digital tool that helps businesses comply with the EU’s Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). By automating compliance assessments, generating necessary documentation, and supporting cybersecurity certification, CRACoWi enables businesses to meet new cybersecurity standards throughout the product lifecycle with ease.
The project, which began on September 1st, 2024, will run for 36 months, focusing on simplifying cybersecurity compliance for businesses. With Tiko Pro’s expertise in communication, CRACoWi will effectively disseminate critical updates and create capacity-building opportunities, ensuring widespread adoption of the Compliance Wizard and cybersecurity best practices.
Tiko Pro, with over a decade of experience in EU funds` acquisition and project management, plays a key role in CRACoWi. With a team of project and marketing professionals, and expertise gained from high-profile international projects like UNDERPIN, Tiko Pro leads the Work Package on Communication, Dissemination, and Capacity Building for CRACoWi. In addition to chairing the Communication and Dissemination Board, Tiko Pro ensures that the project’s tools and outcomes are effectively shared across Europe, fostering stakeholder engagement and raising awareness of new cybersecurity standards.
As important as any other work package, Communication, Dissemination, and Capacity Building plays a critical role in ensuring that a project’s results reach the right audiences, from stakeholders to end-users. This work package fosters awareness, promotes knowledge transfer, and encourages the adoption of innovative solutions developed within the project. By engaging with industry, policymakers, and the public, it ensures the project’s long-term impact, while also building capacity for future collaboration and scalability. Effective communication and dissemination are essential for maximizing the visibility and success of the project's outcomes.
Highlights from the CRACoWi Kick-off Conference
On September 30th, the first day of the kick-off conference, project partners presented their work packages, deliverables, and objectives. Attendees also received valuable 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 event, presentations focused on complementary projects and initiatives, highlighting collaboration within the cybersecurity ecosystem. Key takeaways included:
- A detailed overview of the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and the Radio Equipment Directive (RED), offering insights into how RED’s implementation informed the CRA.
- Presentations from related projects such as SENTINEL, CYberSynchrony, and UNDERPIN, showcasing synergies with CRACoWi in addressing common cybersecurity challenges.
- A live demonstration of BUNKAI and an overview of the CYRENE project, illustrating practical approaches to cybersecurity tool development.
As the project progresses, Tiko Pro will continue to lead dissemination and capacity building, ensuring that the knowledge and tools developed by the consortium reach their intended audiences, driving real impact in the digital marketplace. Tiko Pro's experience in promoting European digitalization projects strengthens collaborative efforts, contributing to a more connected and secure digital market.
With the involvement of all partners, Tiko Pro will enhance CRACoWi’s ability to reach SMEs, manufacturers, and distributors across Europe, making complex EU regulations accessible and manageable. In the UNDERPIN project, Tiko Pro successfully led dissemination efforts, helping integrate industrial sectors into data spaces, and brings the same commitment to ensuring CRACoWi’s impact on Europe’s digital economy.
As the CRACoWi project progresses, we invite you to stay connected and follow our journey towards a more secure digital market in Europe. Whether you’re an SME, manufacturer, or distributor, the tools and insights developed through CRACoWi will help you navigate the complexities of the Cyber Resilience Act with ease.
Stay tuned for updates on how we’re pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity and compliance. Follow the project on the social channels (CRACoWi LinkedIn and CRACoWi on X) and visit the www.CRACoWi.eu to learn more!