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In the following document you will find 3 company profiles. Read them carefully, you will need the profiles for your next action.
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Inspiration 1
Inspiration 2
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Determine Company Scope
Determine what companies are in scope. Read the company description and decide. Do not forget to argue why.
Read the law articles for guidance:
Action
out of scope
out of scope
important
important
essential
essential
out of scope
important
out of scope
important
essential
essential
in scope
in scope
in scope
in scope
20:00
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Define why.
important or essential?
scope?
TechNova Solutions Inc.
Voltaris Energy
Article 3, NIS 2 Directive: Essential and important entities
Article 2, NIS 2 Directive: Scope
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Inspiration 1
Inspiration 2
Journey
Out of Scope
Out of Scope
Important
Important
Essential
Essential
Out of Scope
Important
Essential
20:00
In Scope
In Scope
In Scope
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Define why.
Important or Essential?
Scope?
TechNova Solutions Inc.
Voltaris Energy
Brainstorm Lab
Proceed
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Acknowledgments
Storytelling Julia Schuetze, Cyber Policy Haus Storytelling Support Valeriia Hvozdinska, State Special Communications Service of Ukraine Design & Development Stefanie Verhoeyen, Studio Verho We would like to thanks for valuable contributions, their insights and feedback have greatly enriched our work. Martina Calleri, Gesellschaft für International Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Cristian Michael Tracci, European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO) Simona Kaneva, European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO) Billy Ruston, Protection Group International
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Inspiration 2
QUESTION
According to the Directive, what is the primary difference in supervision
between essential and important entities?
Essential entities are subject to ex-post supervision while important entities must comply with supervision requirements from the start.
A.
B.
Both essential and important entities are supervised identically, with only minor adjustments made by member states.
C.
Essential entities must comply with supervision requirements from the start, whereas important entities are subject to ex-post
supervision based on evidence of non-compliance.
Essential entities operate without supervision, while important entities are continuously monitored.
D.
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Inspiration 1
QUESTION
According to the Directive, what is one key factor that differentiates an essential entity from an important entity?
A. The organization's geographical reach.
B. The potential impact on societal functions in case of disruption.
C. The size of the company's workforce and turnover.
D. The level of digital integration.
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Journey
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You're are in level 1 now. Go ahead to unlock the next level!
Incident Reporting
& Coordination
Scoping & Entity Identification
Cross-Country Experience Sharing
Instructions
Determine Company Scope
Determine what companies are in scope. Read the company description and decide. Do not forget to argue why.
Read the law articles for guidance:
Action
Article 3, NIS 2 Directive: Essential and important entities
Article 2, NIS 2 Directive: Scope
Read more
Read more
Ready?
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You will need this to unlock level 3.
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Journey
You're are in level 1 now. Go ahead to unlock the next level!
Incident Reporting
& Coordination
Scoping & Entity Identification
Cross-Country Experience Sharing
Journey
Journey
You're are in level 1 now. Go ahead to unlock the next level!
Incident Reporting
& Coordination
Scoping & Entity Identification
Cross-Country Experience Sharing
Take action!
Instructions
Determine Company Scope
Determine what companies are in scope. Read the company description and decide. Do not forget to argue why.
Read the law articles for guidance:
Action
Article 3, NIS 2 Directive: Essential and important entities
Article 2, NIS 2 Directive: Scope
Read more
Read more
Inspiration 1
QUESTION
According to the Directive, what is one key factor that differentiates an essential entity from an important entity?
A. If its reach is cross-border.
B. If it exceeds the ceilings for medium-sized enterprises.
C. If it has the financial means to scale cybersecurity measures.
D. If it digitized its service.
Yes! Here is your inspiration sheet.
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Inspiration 2
QUESTION
According to the Directive, what is the primary difference in supervision
between essential and important entities?
Essential entities are subject to ex-post supervision while important entities must comply with supervision requirements from the start.
A.
B.
Both essential and important entities are supervised identically, with only minor adjustments made by member states.
C.
Essential entities must comply with supervision requirements from the start, whereas important entities are subject to ex-post
supervision based on evidence of non-compliance.
Essential entities operate without supervision, while important entities are continuously monitored.
D.
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
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Hi, ready for your NIS2 journey?
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Walkthrough
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Instructions
See further instruction on taking actions.
Hi, ready for your NIS2 journey?
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Unlock new levels by:
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Proceed
Private
Inspiration
Journey
Instructions
Access additional support during an action. Ace a quiz to earn cheatsheets.
Hi, ready for your NIS2 journey?
completing actions
submitting responses
acing quizzes
Unlock new levels by:
Click on the button to get a technical walkthrough.
Proceed
Private
Inspiration
Journey
Instructions
Track your progress. How much can you still level up?
Hi, ready for your NIS2 journey?
completing actions
submitting responses
acing quizzes
Unlock new levels by:
Click on the button to get a technical walkthrough.
Proceed
Private
Let's dive in!
Unlock level 1.
Incident Reporting & Coordination
Cross-Country Experience Sharing
Scoping & Entity Identification
Private
Scoping & Entity Identification
START
Private
Journey
Company profiles
In the following document you will find 3 company profiles. Read them carefully, you will need the profiles for your next action.
Proceed
Private
Journey
Breaking news!
Private
Instructions
Inspiration 1
Inspiration 2
Journey
Determine Company Scope
Determine what companies are in scope. Read the company description and decide. Do not forget to argue why.
Read the law articles for guidance:
Action
out of scope
out of scope
important
important
essential
essential
out of scope
important
out of scope
important
essential
essential
in scope
in scope
in scope
in scope
20:00
Drag and drop these cards
Define why.
important or essential?
scope?
TechNova Solutions Inc.
Voltaris Energy
Article 3, NIS 2 Directive: Essential and important entities
Article 2, NIS 2 Directive: Scope
Read more
Read more
Brainstorm Lab
Ready
Private
Instructions
Inspiration 1
Inspiration 2
Journey
Out of Scope
Out of Scope
Important
Important
Essential
Essential
Out of Scope
Important
Essential
20:00
In Scope
In Scope
In Scope
Drag and drop these cards
Define why.
Important or Essential?
Scope?
TechNova Solutions Inc.
Voltaris Energy
Brainstorm Lab
Proceed
Ready
Private
You made it!
Unlock level 2 by clicking on it.
Incident Reporting & Coordination (unavailable for preview)
Cross-Country Experience Sharing (unavailable for preview)
Scoping & Entity Identification
Acknowledgements
Private
Acknowledgments
Storytelling Julia Schuetze, Cyber Policy Haus Storytelling Support Valeriia Hvozdinska, State Special Communications Service of Ukraine Design & Development Stefanie Verhoeyen, Studio Verho We would like to thanks for valuable contributions, their insights and feedback have greatly enriched our work. Martina Calleri, Gesellschaft für International Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Cristian Michael Tracci, European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO) Simona Kaneva, European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO) Billy Ruston, Protection Group International
Journey
Journey
You're are in level 1 now. Go ahead to unlock the next level!
Incident Reporting & Coordination
Scoping & Entity Identification
Cross-Country Experience Sharing
Inspiration 2
QUESTION
According to the Directive, what is the primary difference in supervision between essential and important entities?
Essential entities are subject to ex-post supervision while important entities must comply with supervision requirements from the start.
A.
B.
Both essential and important entities are supervised identically, with only minor adjustments made by member states.
C.
Essential entities must comply with supervision requirements from the start, whereas important entities are subject to ex-post supervision based on evidence of non-compliance.
Essential entities operate without supervision, while important entities are continuously monitored.
D.
Yes! Here is your inspiration sheet.
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Inspiration 1
QUESTION
According to the Directive, what is one key factor that differentiates an essential entity from an important entity?
A. The organization's geographical reach.
B. The potential impact on societal functions in case of disruption.
C. The size of the company's workforce and turnover.
D. The level of digital integration.
Yes! Here is your inspiration sheet.
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Journey
Journey
You're are in level 1 now. Go ahead to unlock the next level!
Incident Reporting & Coordination
Scoping & Entity Identification
Cross-Country Experience Sharing
Instructions
Determine Company Scope
Determine what companies are in scope. Read the company description and decide. Do not forget to argue why.
Read the law articles for guidance:
Action
Article 3, NIS 2 Directive: Essential and important entities
Article 2, NIS 2 Directive: Scope
Read more
Read more
Ready?
After you close this popup, please take a screenshot of your worksheet. You will need this to unlock level 3.
Journey
Journey
You're are in level 1 now. Go ahead to unlock the next level!
Incident Reporting & Coordination
Scoping & Entity Identification
Cross-Country Experience Sharing
Journey
Journey
You're are in level 1 now. Go ahead to unlock the next level!
Incident Reporting & Coordination
Scoping & Entity Identification
Cross-Country Experience Sharing
Take action!
Instructions
Determine Company Scope
Determine what companies are in scope. Read the company description and decide. Do not forget to argue why.
Read the law articles for guidance:
Action
Article 3, NIS 2 Directive: Essential and important entities
Article 2, NIS 2 Directive: Scope
Read more
Read more
Inspiration 1
QUESTION
According to the Directive, what is one key factor that differentiates an essential entity from an important entity?
A. If its reach is cross-border.
B. If it exceeds the ceilings for medium-sized enterprises.
C. If it has the financial means to scale cybersecurity measures.
D. If it digitized its service.
Yes! Here is your inspiration sheet.
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Inspiration 2
QUESTION
According to the Directive, what is the primary difference in supervision between essential and important entities?
Essential entities are subject to ex-post supervision while important entities must comply with supervision requirements from the start.
A.
B.
Both essential and important entities are supervised identically, with only minor adjustments made by member states.
C.
Essential entities must comply with supervision requirements from the start, whereas important entities are subject to ex-post supervision based on evidence of non-compliance.
Essential entities operate without supervision, while important entities are continuously monitored.
D.
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Oi, no - that was not right. You can try again!
Yes! Here is your inspiration sheet.
Ready?
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