Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue. New EU requirements are changing how connected
industrial products are
built, sold and protected. For many small and mid-sized businesses, the challenge is knowing what
applies, what
customers may ask for, and where to begin.
Together with Belden, Escom Bulgaria Ltd. helps you understand the impact of new regulations and turn
complex requirements
into practical next steps.
New cybersecurity requirements are creating pressure across the entire industrial supply chain. Your customers, suppliers or partners may soon ask you to prove that your products, systems and networks are secure. For small organizations, the main challenges are simple:
New EU rules may affect whether products can be sold, how systems are protected, and what evidence customers or auditors may request.
Industrial networks are increasingly connected, which makes them more exposed to cyber threats, downtime and disruption.
Regulations like CRA, NIS2 and IEC 62443 can be complex. Most businesses do not need more theory. They need practical guidance, reliable technology and a plan they can act on.
With support from Escom Bulgaria Ltd. and Belden, you can prepare with more confidence.
You do not need to become a regulation expert. But it is important to know which rules may affect your business and your customers.
The Cyber Resilience Act applies to products with digital elements sold in the EU. It focuses on making products more secure by design and better supported throughout their lifecycle. This is especially important for businesses that manufacture, sell, integrate or support connected products.
Customers may increasingly expect proof that products are developed securely, documented properly and supported with updates.
Download the CRA white paper
NIS2 raises cybersecurity expectations for organizations in essential and important sectors, including manufacturing, energy, transport, healthcare, water and digital infrastructure. Even if your company is not directly in scope, your customers may be. That means they may ask more from their technology suppliers and service partners.
Cybersecurity, supplier risk, incident response and operational resilience will become more important in purchasing and tender decisions.
Download the NIS2 white paper
IEC 62443 is the international standard for securing industrial automation and control systems. It provides a structured way to protect industrial networks and support compliance with broader cybersecurity requirements.
IEC 62443 helps businesses move from “we know cybersecurity is important” to “we have a recognized framework for improving it.”
Belden offers a comprehensive cybersecurity portfolio that includes innovative hardware and powerful software solutions to holistically protect your IT and OT infrastructure:
Hirschmann industrial switches
Secure, reliable industrial networking for demanding environments, with cybersecurity features built into the firmware.
Industrial Firewalls
Practical protection between IT and OT environments, helping control traffic and reduce risk across operational systems.
macmon NAC
Visibility and control over connected devices, so you know what is on your network and can manage access more securely.
Industrial HiVision
Centralized monitoring and management, helping teams maintain a clearer view of industrial network performance and security.
Belden’s industrial portfolio is developed with recognized standards like IEC 62443 in mind, helping businesses strengthen security while preparing for evolving requirements. Security is considered from the start, not added later. This supports safer operations, easier compliance conversations and stronger long-term resilience. For organizations, it means choosing secure, industrial-grade technology with greater confidence.
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