NIS2, October 2026: demonstrable security measures
For NIS entities included in 2025, basic measures must be adopted within 18 months of ACN communication. What documentary evidence can help.
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6 steps to obtain ISO 9001 certification: a practical guide for businesses
ISO 9001 certification: the 6 steps to obtain it, from gap analysis to the final audit. A practical guide for businesses.
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Access Certiblok securely with Google or Microsoft Single Sign-On (SSO): easy, fast, secure and integrated.
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Machine's living file: what it is and how to manage documentation after delivery
Maintenance, verifications, and modifications of a machine collected in a digital file linked to the nameplate. What the living file is and how to manage it.
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Vendor audit: how to share documents without security risks
Managing vendor audits often involves sharing sensitive documents. Using company credentials to grant access is an unnecessary risk. Solutions exist that allow for maximum transparency and control, without compromising the security of your data.
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Calculating the carbon footprint of corporate data storage
A modeled comparison for 1 TB over 3 years: estimates, assumptions and limitations of Certiblok’s 2024 whitepaper.
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Ransomware and backup: why centralized backup is the target, not the defense
Backup is essential against ransomware, but a centralized approach can make it vulnerable. Discover how decentralized backup shrinks the target offered to ransomware.
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NIS2 and GDPR: The True Risks of a Cyber Attack for Your Business
A cyber attack can devastate your business with high costs and hefty fines. Discover how NIS2 and GDPR magnify the damage and how to protect yourself.
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Drinking water contact materials: what DWD changes for manufacturers from 2027
The Drinking Water Directive (EU) 2020/2184 introduces stringent new requirements for materials in contact with drinking water. From 2027, manufacturers must ensure detailed, traceable documentation, modifying processes and archives. This article explores the documentation obligations and practical implications.
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SDS repropagation obligation: what REACH Article 31 requires
REACH Regulation Article 31 imposes precise obligations for the transmission and update of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) along the supply chain. Understanding these responsibilities is crucial to avoid penalties and ensure safety.
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Effective document management for window and door companies
Window and door companies face a growing volume of documents: certifications, technical sheets, manuals. Efficient document management isn't just an obligation, but a competitive advantage. In this article, we explore how to digitize and organize documents specific to the window and door sector, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
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Protecting Trade Secrets: Document DRM® and GDPR for Italian SMEs
Discover how Certiblok's document Digital Rights Management (DRM®) protects trade secrets and sensitive information, ensuring GDPR compliance for your SME.
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EU AI Act and Document Management: protect your data in the age of AI
The EU AI Act is reshaping the landscape of document management. Discover how your company can ensure data integrity and compliance with Certiblok in the Artificial Intelligence era.
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DORA: Financial Compliance is No Longer Optional
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is redefining ICT risk management in the financial sector. DORA is not just a regulatory obligation, but a strategic opportunity to strengthen digital resilience and transform ICT architecture. Understanding and correctly applying DORA is crucial to avoid penalties and gain a competitive advantage.
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Machine Regulation 2027: Your Machine Is Worth Less Than You Think (And It's Not For Technical Reasons)
The new Machine Regulation 2027 (EU 2023/1230) doesn't mandate digital documentation, but it fundamentally changes how machine documentation must remain accessible over time. This shift reveals a hidden value not reflected in pricing: your machine's perceived worth might be lower, not due to its technical specs, but because of how its documentation is delivered and maintained post-sale.
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File Management for Law Firms: How Certiblok Transforms Document Security into a Competitive Advantage
Efficient and secure file management is crucial for law firms. This article explores best practices and technological solutions to address challenges in security and information retrieval, enhancing operational efficiency while respecting client privacy.
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Rental Fleet Management: Keep Your Vehicle Documents Up-to-Date
Managing a rental fleet means dealing with a massive amount of paperwork. Discover how to keep all your vehicle documents updated and under control to avoid downtime, fines, and disputes.
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Plumbers: Plant Documentation and DM 37/08 Declarations of Conformity Always at Hand
For plumbers and anyone who installs or maintains systems, managing documentation is often a daily burden. Declarations of conformity scattered between construction sites, offices, and emails, system diagrams nowhere to be found when needed, and DM 37/08 Declarations of Conformity that vanish just when a client or inspector asks for them. If this scenario sounds familiar, you're not alone: it's a situation that installers, maintenance technicians, and technical firms face every day. The good new
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REACH Safety Data Sheets: How Management is Changing the Chemical Sector
Effective REACH Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management is crucial for chemical companies. Non-compliance, particularly regarding timely delivery and updates, poses significant legal and operational risks. Many companies struggle to prove customer receipt of correct SDS versions due to manual processes.
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Digital instructions and QR codes on machines: what Article 10 requires
Art. 10(7) of the Machinery Regulation allows digital instructions under specific conditions. Here they are, and how a QR code on the machine helps manage them.
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Safety Data Sheets (SDS): How to Share Them Securely and Compliantly
Sharing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) securely and compliantly is crucial for businesses handling chemicals. Traditional methods are often inadequate, lacking security, traceability, and a tracked record of delivery and receipt. Regulations like REACH and CLP demand up-to-date, accessible SDS, along with proof of distrib
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