The State of NIS2 Implementation in the EU 

Putting digital trust at the heart of compliant business solutions

Includes "The comprehensive NIS2 readiness checklist.” 

Most EU countries have now implemented NIS2 and taken a decisive step toward strengthening Europe's cybersecurity landscape—despite delays in some regions. While a few member states are still in the process of implementation, one thing is already clear: organizations across Europe must act now to protect their critical infrastructures and meet the new regulatory expectations.

The Role of Trust Service Providers

NIS2 places a strong emphasis on accountability across the entire digital ecosystem, extending responsibility to third-party providers. Businesses must ensure that their digitization partners fully comply with regulatory requirements. For solutions such as electronic signatures, electronic seals, time stamps, and related services, European trust service providers (TSPs) stand out as the partner of choice, as they already operate under some of the EU's strictest regulatory frameworks.

Under NIS2, TSPs are recognized as critical infrastructure in their own right. This uniquely positions them to help organizations navigate the new regulatory landscape with confidence. By combining deep regulatory expertise with secure, frictionless digital solutions, TSPs enable businesses not only to achieve compliance but also to accelerate digital transformation and unlock sustainable growth—even in the most highly regulated environments. 

We have created this whitepaper to help businesses better understand their NIS2 requirements and self-check their readiness. 


What You'll Find Inside

  • NIS2 overview 
  • A map of the European Union showing the state of NIS2 implementation
  • Expected timelines for delayed states 
  • Checklist for a first self-assessment of NIS2 compliance  
  • The list was developed according to official EU guidelines for the NIS2 implementation and helps you to prepare your business
  • More than 100 yes-no questions will lead you deep into NIS2 requirements without the need to read the full regulation text
  • How Swisscom, as a trust service provider, can support businesses