The Impact of NIS2 on EU Businesses: Challenges and Opportunities

If your business operates in Poland or elsewhere in the EU, you've probably noticed that cybersecurity requirements are becoming stricter. That's because cyber threats are becoming more frequent and more sophisticated, and this has prompted regulators to strengthen the rules that you must follow. One of the biggest changes in cybersecurity measures in Poland in recent years is the introduction of the NIS2 Directive, which expands cybersecurity obligations for businesses and critical organisations across the European Union.

Poland has seen a significant increase in cyber threats and is now one of the most targeted countries in the region. According to cybersecurity company Check Point, Polish government institutions experienced an average of nearly 3,200 attempted cyberattacks during the first week of 2026 alone. That's more than the number recorded in neighbouring countries such as Germany and the Czech Republic.

Challenges facing your business

NIS2 raises the expectations for how your business should manage risk and cybersecurity in Poland and across the European Union. If your organisation falls within its scope, you'll need to take a more structured and proactive approach to protecting your systems and data. While that may mean additional compliance responsibilities, it can also help reduce your exposure to cyber threats.

To meet NIS2 requirements, your business may need to focus on several areas, such as:

• Implementing a minimum set of cybersecurity measures
• Conducting regular risk assessments and maintaining information security policies
• Establishing security procedures for employees who access sensitive or critical information
• Using multi-factor authentication to strengthen access controls
• Developing incident management processes for preventing and responding to cyber incidents
• Creating business continuity and crisis management plans
• Testing and auditing cybersecurity controls on a regular basis
• Improving supply chain security and managing third-party risks
• Providing ongoing cybersecurity training for employees

This means your business may need to invest in new technologies and refine internal processes. At the same time, you must regularly review and monitor your cybersecurity practices in Poland to ensure that your business continues to meet NIS2 requirements as threats and regulations evolve.

Opportunities for your business

While NIS2 does introduce new compliance requirements, it also gives your business an opportunity to strengthen its overall approach to cybersecurity and become better prepared for future threats.

As you work towards compliance, you'll likely take steps to improve your security processes and reduce operational risks. You may also find better ways to respond to cyber incidents when they occur. With these steps, your business can also build more confidence among customers and stakeholders who want to make sure that you can protect their data.

Your business also benefits from NIS2’s consistency, since it introduces common cybersecurity standards across EU Member States. So, you can operate in multiple countries while meeting their regulatory requirements.

And since NIS2 also works alongside other important regulations such as GDPR and DORA, your business can support wider compliance goals while strengthening its overall cybersecurity posture across Poland and the European Union.

Is your business NIS2 compliant?

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CA Cybersecurity Analytics is a team of experts with over a decade of experience protecting companies’ data, infrastructure, and reputation. We help organisations of all sizes build robust Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) using risk strategies, AI/Generative AI, and streamlined cybersecurity tools tailored to each business.

CA Cybersecurity Analytics is a team of experts with over a decade of experience protecting companies’ data, infrastructure, and reputation. We help organisations of all sizes build robust Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) using risk str