Identification of Products/Solutions
Given the generality with which the ERNCIP sponsors can propose the thematic areas, it is left to the thematic group to identify and prioritise the security products/solutions that need to be dealt with, within the scope of that thematic area.
Common Test Protocols
The establishment of common test protocols will gradually create an EU common market for security products, strengthening the competitiveness of Europe internationally in that field. Detailed aims and objectives are:
- Recommend common test methodologies and protocols for testing of security solutions at EU level. Any aspect of security product design or operation relevant to CIP issues could be considered.
- Develop new test methodologies and/or harmonise existing ones as needed.
- Promote standardisation of test methods via CEN, CENELEC and other standardisation bodies.
- Investigate the possibility of drafting EU-wide recommendations for products/ solutions that may improve the protection/resilience of critical infrastructure or mitigate the risk.
Metrology
- Propose methodologies for measurement, quality assurance, calibration and metrology for qualified labs.
- Define characteristics of reference materials and calibration objects required.
Certification
- Investigate the possibility and the conditions of promoting a common certification or labelling procedure
- Recommend an EU-wide evaluation / certification / labelling procedure for such products / solutions based on the agreed requirements or standards, and assess impact.
- Recommend an EU-wide qualification scheme for labs that wish to evaluate such products / solutions.
Research and Investments
- Investigate new and innovative products / solutions
- Exchange good practice, and recommend future EU research topics.
- Identify experimental capability and expertise gaps in Europe.