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    Maximum security for the economy and society through consistent protection of critical infrastructures

    The KRITIS umbrella law marks a turning point for the protection of critical infrastructures in Germany. On November 6, 2024, the Federal Cabinet approved its draft and introduced it into the parliamentary process. Once it comes into force (probably in 2025), it will implement the CER Directive on the resilience of critical facilities, which was adopted in 2022 and has been in force throughout the EU since October 18 of this year, at national level .

    Operators of sensitive facilities or systems that are essential to society and serve more than 500,000 inhabitants will be obliged to take comprehensive measures to protect them physically and digitally by 2026. The aim is to protect organizations and companies in particularly critical sectors from external threats. These include, in particular, the areas of energy, transport and traffic, public administration, finance and insurance, healthcare, drinking water and wastewater supply, waste disposal, IT and telecommunications, food and space research. The law not only provides for increased cyber security standards, but also physical protection measures and clear processes for crisis management and resilience planning. In addition, strict reporting obligations and evidence will be introduced to ensure seamless monitoring.

    In order to fully comply with all of these requirements, targeted preparation is essential for affected organizations. The first step is to thoroughly analyze processes, infrastructures and security measures in order to identify weaknesses. Based on these findings, it is then necessary to develop far-reaching resilience plans with technical and organizational measures. Modern IT solutions, such as for access control, time recording and monitoring, play a central role in this, as they facilitate the implementation of legal requirements and create lasting security. At the same time, compliance with reporting and verification obligations requires efficient documentation systems.

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    How can a software solution help with the implementation of the KRITIS umbrella law?

    Organizations and companies from small to large SMEs can rely on the decades of expertise of established solution providers, such as Atoria with tisoware, when implementing important regulations of the KRITIS umbrella law. We support you in the following areas, among others
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    Access control

    Biometric systems, RFID solutions, video surveillance and time-dependent access rights for maximum building security
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    Perimeter protection

    Securing outdoor areas through the use of modular access control systems at critical points, such as barriers or turnstiles
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    Emergency management

    Control of emergency exits, activation of evacuation plans and access controls in crisis situations

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    Compliance

    Ensuring compliance with legal and industry-specific requirements through a complete documentation and reporting system
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    Holistic security: integration of physical and digital protection measures

    The KRITIS umbrella law requires companies to take technical measures to ensureboth the physical protection and cyber security of critical infrastructures. Access controls, for example using biometric systems, RFID scanners orPIN-based access solutions, are essential in order to restrict access to sensitive areas to authorized persons. The law also requires comprehensive security monitoring, for example through the use of cameras and motion detectors, in order to identify and document unauthorized activities. In the area of IT security, companies arestrongly advised to usemodern network security solutions such as firewalls, secure authentication mechanisms and encrypted data transmissions.

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    Resilience planning: the basis for crisis resilience

    The KRITIS umbrella law requires operators of critical infrastructures to draw up comprehensive resilience plans. These must include both preventive measures and strategies for quickly restoring operations after incidents. The aim is to significantly increase resilience to digital and physical attacks, natural disasters and sabotage. Companies are required to regularly review their plans and adapt them to new threats. Resilience planning ensures that affected infrastructures remain operational and able to fulfill their socially important functions even in times of crisis.

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    Reporting obligations: Maximum transparency for better protection

    A central element of the KRITIS umbrella law is the stricter reporting obligations. Operators of critical infrastructures must immediately report security-related incidents such ascyberattacks or physical attacks to the relevant authorities. This requirement is intended to enable threats to be identified at an early stage and coordinated countermeasures to be taken. In order to document and communicate incidents correctly,companies need clear processes and systems. Errors or delays here can not only result in penalties, but also cause lasting damage to the reputation of the company.

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    Risk analyses: security as a continuous process

    Operators of critical infrastructures must carry out regular risk analyses to identify potential vulnerabilities. The KRITIS umbrella law stipulates that companies must develop protective measures based on these analyses and continuously evaluate their effectiveness. This iterative process is intended to ensure that security concepts are always adapted to current threats. Technological solutions such as risk analysis software offer support by systematically recording and evaluating risks. This makes security an integral part of operational management and not just a reaction to incidents.

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    Frequently asked questions

    The KRITIS Umbrella Act is a legal framework for securing critical infrastructures (KRITIS). It defines protective measures for companies in sensitive sectors such as energy, health and IT. The aim is to ensure security of supply and protection against threats such as cyber attacks, physical attacks or natural disasters. Companies must implement preventive measures, emergency plans and provide regular proof of security in order to minimize outages and their social consequences.

    The law applies to all sectors whose infrastructure is essential to society. These include energy, transportation and traffic, public administration, finance and insurance, healthcare, drinking water and wastewater supply, waste disposal, IT and telecommunications, food and space research. Facilities and companies that exceeda threshold of 500,000 inhabitantssupplied and whose failure would have serious consequences are classified as KRITIS operators and must comply with the requirements of the law.

    Companies must implement comprehensive security management, including physical protection measures,cybersecurity, risk analyses and emergency plans. They are obliged to report incidents, carry out regular audits and demonstrate compliance with the requirements. One focus is on preventive measures to minimize risks and quickly restore operations after a security incident.

    Organizations and companies that do not comply with the legal requirements to a sufficient extent risk considerable consequences in some cases. These include fines, restrictions on business operations and reputational damage. In addition, the risk of security incidents increases, which can lead to production downtime, liability claims and social disruption. The implementation of a seamless compliance strategy is therefore essential in order to proactively avoid sanctions and risks.

    IT systemssuch as biometric access controls, real-time monitoring and automated emergency protocols increase security and responsiveness. Access control systems ensure that only authorized persons have access to sensitive areas. Real-time data analysis helps to detect unusual activities at an early stage and initiate countermeasures. In addition, modern IT solutionsenable central management of security measures and complete documentation, minimizing vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

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