NEW EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 - Audit
A look at the new EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230
A look at the new EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230
A look at the new EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230
Why the EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 Also Affects Your Company – Not Just the Manufacturer
Starting January 20, 2027, the EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 will be mandatory in all member states. It replaces the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and defines new requirements for safety, health protection, and cybersecurity.
Important: Responsibility does not end with the manufacturer. Operators – such as industrial companies and integrators – must also ensure that machines are installed, documented, and operated in compliance.
This often raises the question:
- Who is liable in the event of an incident?
- Who bears which responsibilities?
- Are all safety and IT requirements met?
Our audit helps you clarify exactly that:
We check your infrastructure, machines, and processes on-site or remotely for compliance, identify gaps, and define concrete measures. In addition, we ensure that responsibilities between manufacturer and operator are clearly separated – with a focus on cybersecurity.
Result: a transparent audit report with concrete recommendations for action and a certificate to fulfill your documentation obligation towards customers and authorities.
What are the obligations for producers and operators?
Manufacturers must continue to carry out a risk assessment, comply with all essential health and safety requirements, and issue an EU declaration of conformity along with CE marking. What’s new is that digital technologies such as AI systems, robotics, and connected machines must now be explicitly taken into account.
Cybersecurity is now a mandatory part of machine safety: manufacturers must protect machines from unauthorized access (e.g., hacker attacks) so that safety functions are not compromised by cyber threats. Software can also be considered a safety component, and digital operating manuals are allowed (but must still be provided in paper form upon customer request). In addition, the regulation imposes post-market obligations: if a machine presents safety issues after being placed on the market, the manufacturer must take corrective actions, inform authorities, and initiate a recall if necessary.
Because EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 also affects your company, not just the manufacturer
Starting January 20, 2027, the EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 will be mandatory in all member states. It replaces the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and defines new requirements for safety, health protection, and cybersecurity. Important: Responsibility does not end with the manufacturer. Operators – such as industrial companies and integrators – must also ensure that machines are installed, documented, and operated in compliance.
This often raises the question:- Who is liable in the event of an incident?
- Who bears which responsibilities?
- Are all safety and IT requirements met?
We check your infrastructure, machines, and processes on-site or remotely for compliance, identify gaps, and define concrete measures. In addition, we ensure that responsibilities between manufacturer and operator are clearly separated – with a focus on cybersecurity.
Result: a transparent audit report with concrete recommendations for action and a certificate to fulfill your documentation obligation towards customers and authorities.
What are the obligations for producers and operators?
Manufacturers must, as before, carry out a risk assessment, comply with all essential safety and health protection requirements, and issue an EU declaration of conformity along with CE marking. What’s new is that digital technologies such as AI systems, robotics, and connected machines must be explicitly considered.
Cybersecurity is now a mandatory part of machine safety: manufacturers must protect machines from unauthorized access (e.g. hacker attacks) to ensure that safety functions are not compromised by cyber threats. Software can also be considered a safety component, and digital user manuals are permitted (but must still be provided in paper form upon customer request). Furthermore, the regulation imposes post-market obligations on manufacturers: if a machine shows safety issues after being placed on the market, the manufacturer must take corrective actions, inform the authorities, and initiate a recall if necessary.
Risks of Failure to Implement: Why an Audit Matters
Legal and market risk
- From 20 January 2027, machines that do not comply with the new regulation will no longer be allowed to be placed on the EU market. Otherwise, you would effectively lose access to the EU market.
- Produkte, die den neuen Anforderungen nicht entsprechen, können von Marktüberwachungsbehörden gestoppt oder vom Markt entfernt werden.
Risk of liability
- In the event of accidents or damage caused by a non-compliant machine, manufacturers face huge liability claims. Insurance companies may refuse coverage if legal safety regulations are violated.
- Additionally, management can be held personally liable for breaches of due diligence obligations. An audit provides liability protection by demonstrating that you are proactively ensuring safety and compliance.
Costs for repairs and recalls
- If gaps are discovered late, costly retrofitting, product modifications or recalls become necessary.
- An unexpected production stoppage or recall not only damages your finances, but also your reputation. A timely audit can close such gaps before market launch, saving you time and money.
Loss of image and trust
- Your customers expect safe and compliant machines. If a breach becomes public or even an accident occurs, market acceptance suffers.
- A certified audit, on the other hand, signals reliability and strengthens customer and partner confidence in your products.
Uncertainty in the company
- Operators also risk finding themselves in a situation of poor cybersecurity if machines do not meet current safety standards.
- In the worst case, non-compliant systems will have to be taken out of service.
- An audit provides clarity on the safety status of machines and systems, so you can prevent operational disruptions.
An audit according to EU Regulation 2023/1230 conducted by CCNet is the most effective way to minimize these risks. It shows you exactly where you need to take action, ensuring you are fully prepared for the entry into force of the new regulation.
CCNet Audit on Machinery Regulation: process, content and added value
1 - Preparation
- First, we get a structured overview of your existing IT, OT and IoT infrastructure. It all starts digitally: we access the relevant systems and data via secure access, without interfering with your processes.
- Our solution uses intelligent analysis processes to automatically perform a thorough assessment of your entire infrastructure, including vulnerabilities, access rights, patch levels, and compliance structures.
- In an initial meeting, we will define the scope of the audit together: from a simple security check to a complete compliance audit according to ISO 27001 or IEC 62443. The aim is to adapt the scope and extent of the audit to your needs and risks, so that it can be carried out transparently, comprehensibly and efficiently.
2 - Performing the audit
- Our auditors remotely analyze your system landscape in a practical and risk-oriented way.
- Among other things, the following is being examined:
- Vulnerability Management and Patch Status
- Identity and Access Management
- Backup and Restore Concepts
- Backup and Restore Concepts
- Event recording and analysis
- Security Policy Implementation (ISMS)
- Integration of OT/IoT into security concepts
- We compare the current situation with the applicable standards and regulatory requirements. Deviations (non-conformities) are clearly documented, as are positive results. Our goal: maximum transparency, well-founded analyses and practical recommendations for action.
3 - Conclusion and report
- You will receive a structured audit report with all audit points, results and concrete recommendations for interventions.
- We help you prioritize next steps, such as risk minimization measures, technical optimizations, or organizational adjustments.
- As official proof, we issue a certificate or audit seal that confirms the tested IT/OT security and compliance with relevant standards (e.g. ISO 27001, IEC 62443). This creates clarity and trust for customers, partners, auditors and authorities.
Added value of our audit: CCNet goes beyond a simple checklist review. Our auditors bring years of experience from industry and cybersecurity.
We not only identify deficiencies but also provide you with practical solutions on how to fix them. You benefit from our interdisciplinary approach: IT and OT security – all these aspects are integrated into our audit.
This allows us to uncover hidden vulnerabilities, for example in the IT infrastructure or in connected components that may be overlooked in a traditional check.
In short: you receive a 360° overview of your machine’s compliance and security, along with concrete suggestions on how to achieve and maintain optimal IT security. This builds trust with your customers and minimizes your long-term risk.
Added value of our audit: CCNet goes beyond a simple checklist assessment. Our auditors bring many years of experience from both industry and cybersecurity.
We not only identify deficiencies but also provide you with practical solutions on how to fix them. You benefit from our interdisciplinary approach: IT and OT security – all these facets are included in our audit.
This enables us to detect hidden vulnerabilities as well, for example in the IT infrastructure or connected components that might be overlooked during a traditional check.
In short: you receive a 360° overview of your machine’s compliance and security, along with concrete suggestions on how to achieve and maintain optimal IT security. This builds trust with your customers and reduces your long-term risk.
Audit Packages: Basic Check vs. Full Compliance Audit
Basic control (IT and IT mini audit)
- Scope: Compact initial assessment of your IT/OT environment, completely remote. We analyze the most important system data, existing security measures and documented processes to identify key vulnerabilities, deviations from compliance requirements (e.g. ISO 27001) and important gaps
- Target group: Companies that require a rapid, data-driven analysis of their current security posture, in preparation for certification, for internal risk assessment or to validate existing protective measures.
- Duration: 2-3 working days. You will receive a short structured report with an assessment of the security situation and initial recommendations for action.
Full Compliance Audit (Complete Cyber Security Audit)
- Scope: In-depth audit of the entire IT/OT infrastructure based on the requirements of the most important cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001 and IEC 62443). Includes:
- Comprehensive data analysis (resources, access, network communication, logging, backup, patch level)
- Compliance check for all relevant regulations
- Assessment of technical and organizational measures (e.g. IAM, SIEM, remote access, vulnerability management)
- Prepare a comprehensive GAP analysis with recommendations for action
- Target group: Companies with high security requirements that require an official audit of their IT and OT security as well as proof of compliance to customers, auditors or authorities.
- Dauer: Ca. 1–2 Wochen (remote). Sie erhalten einen vollständigen Auditbericht inkl. Maßnahmenplan und ein Prüf-Zertifikat zur offiziellen Verwendung.
Benefits of an audit with CCNet
Reduction of legally compliant IT conformity:
Ensure that your machines meet all IT requirements of the Machinery Regulation 2023/1230, flawlessly and documented. The audit detects any hidden non-conformities before your products reach the market. This ensures compliance and helps avoid legal violations.
Liability and safety protection:
With independent audit evidence, you can significantly reduce your liability risk. In the event of an IT audit or incident, you can demonstrate that you have fulfilled your due diligence obligations. At the same time, you increase the effective IT security of your machines for users and employees - an invaluable asset for workplace safety.
Market access and competitive advantage:
A successful CCNet audit signals to customers and partners that your computer is up to date with the latest security standards. This creates trust and can be a selling point for your company. It also puts you one step ahead of your competitors, who may overlook the issue.
Specialist knowledge and efficiency:
CCNet brings together experts in technology, computer science, and law. Our auditors are familiar with both the practical computer science challenges of mechanical engineering and the complexities of legal computer science. This expertise saves you time: you don't have to study hundreds of pages of legal texts and rules. Instead, you get clear advice on how to achieve compliance efficiently.
Consulting and support:
In addition to the audit itself, we support you in implementing recommendations if necessary. Whether it's refining risk assessments, updating documentation or optimizing IT security concepts, our experts are available to advise you. This turns the audit process into an improvement process for your company.
Holistic approach to testing:
CCNet does not just perform a paper audit, but analyzes your computer IT infrastructure from a 360-degree perspective. We have an eye for the details (e.g. standards, calculations) and the big picture (e.g. computer integration into systems, interfaces to IT systems). This holistic audit gives you the certainty that nothing important has been overlooked.
Don't wait until the deadline is near. Get your machines ready now for the EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230!
CCNet is here to support you as a reliable partner. Contact us today to schedule a non-binding consultation. Together, we'll discuss your needs and find the right audit package for you.
Secure your advantage now: an early audit builds trust with customers and authorities, reduces your risk, and gives you valuable time for any improvements. Pick up the phone or drop us a message – we’ll take care of the rest!
FAQ on the new EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230
Companies we have collaborated with
CCNet has been a long-standing partner to us, taking care of our network and server infrastructure and providing the related maintenance and support services. CCNet has also assisted us with documenting the implementation and fulfilment of all GDPR guidelines in all departments of our firm – a mammoth project that would probably have taken us years to complete alone!
CCNet helps us to concentrate on our core tasks and use our time to make our clients happy!
During a workshop in the auditorium at our school, we were once again provided with a wealth of interesting, exciting information about data security and cyber crime. Pupils and teachers were presented with realistic, concrete situations to impart valuable knowledge on topics such as phishing emails and Big Data. It was clear from the pupils’ questions that the event was keeping up with the times. After the event, everyone was able to reflect on their own digital behaviours and go home with improved digital expertise. Our pupils are already looking forward to the next event!
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We have grown with CCNet for over 20 years and can always rely on them to operate a highly failsafe, state-of-the-art IT landscape. The support they offer, from the ticket system to the on-site technician service, is perfectly suited to our needs.... Thanks to the joint development of a security architecture, in-house seminars and GDPR support, we feel that we are in good hands – both now and in the future.
We truly value working and communicating with pleasant partners on an equal footing!
We recently partnered with CCNet on the recommendation of one of our affiliates. We are impressed with the professional, analytical approach of CCNet Consulting following a 3-month analysis of our IT infrastructure. The... identification of the critical recommended actions in the areas of IT security and IT performance meets the highest IT standards.
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We have been working closely and happily with CCNet for years at BeMyPT GmbH. As a digital provider of health solutions for companies, reliability and digital competence are our top priorities, especially in the areas of data protection, data security, and the ongoing development of our digital platform. CCNet delivers exactly that. We look forward to continuing our successful collaboration.
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We recently partnered with CCNet on the recommendation of one of our affiliates. We are impressed with the professional, analytical approach of CCNet Consulting following a 3-month analysis of our IT infrastructure. The... identification of the critical recommended actions in the areas of IT security and IT performance meets the highest IT standards.
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