The European Parliamentary Research Service (Think Tank) has outlined what to expect from the review of the EU Cybersecurity Act, focusing on the evolution of cybersecurity certification and the policy context shaping the next phase. The briefing highlights the European Cybersecurity Certification Framework (ECCF) and notes that certification schemes are designed to be recognised across Member States, reducing fragmentation and enabling a clearer market signal for cybersecurity assurance.
The relevance for organisations is that cybersecurity is increasingly being framed in terms of assurance and certification, not only internal controls. Where certification becomes widespread, buyers may demand proof of compliance through recognised schemes rather than bespoke questionnaires. For suppliers, this can raise upfront cost but lower long-term sales friction if a trusted certificate can replace repetitive audits.
The Think Tank briefing also situates the review in a changing threat environment and an evolving regulatory stack. Organisations are already dealing with NIS2, the Cyber Resilience Act, and sector-specific requirements; certification becomes another layer that may serve as a harmonising tool if implemented well.
Acompli perspective: Treat certification as a strategic choice, not a box-ticking exercise. The organisations that benefit most are those that already have structured risk management, control mapping, and evidence generation. If your governance records are scattered, certification becomes painful. If your controls are linked to systems, risks, suppliers and tests, certification becomes a measurable extension of what you already do.