Wendy Tonks
R&D engineer for OMRON in the Netherlands. 27 years of experience in the system testing of software and industrial control system software and products. Currently focussed on the Cybersecurity aspects of products, development processes, and the management of security related issues in industrial environments.
Session
This session offers an insider’s view of the EU’s Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) standardisation process from two active participants in one of the CEN‑CENELEC working groups. We’ll share what it’s really like to draft the horizontal harmonised standards, from defining scope to debating technical terminology. The talk highlights challenges in building consensus between manufacturers, regulators, SMEs, and open‑source communities, often with competing priorities. Expect candid stories about moments of friction, surprising compromises, and lessons we’ve learned navigating the process. Attendees will walk away understanding not only the standards’ timelines and structure but also how to engage effectively in shaping them.