Multi-dimensional security at Saferoad

Saferoad

Saferoad has improved their ability to handle both cybersecurity incidents and other operational disruptions

Challenge

A wish to strengthen internal security competencies and contingency planning in an organisation facing increasing threats and growing dependence on stable IT and production systems.

Solution

Establishment of a pragmatic security strategy, development of contingency plans, and training in concrete crisis scenarios – with a focus on building internal competencies.

Result

A strengthened and more self-sufficient operations and security organisation with reduced response times, clear role distribution, and documented security processes.

Challenge

Increasing threats and growing depence on systems

In 2020, Saferoad contacted Vaern wanting to strengthen their internal competencies and security preparedness. The goal was to improve their ability to handle both cybersecurity incidents and other operational disruptions at physical locations as well.

Solution

Security across strategy and operations

Vaern has since delivered both strategic and operational security services for Saferoad with these aims in mind. At a strategic level, Vaern has helped them with consulting on and establishing a security model that matches the organisation’s risk appetite and business needs – including preparation of contingency plans, crisis management and business continuity scenarios. At an operational level, Vaern has been involved in the establishment of a Security Operations Centre (SOC).

customer perspective

“I've worked with many consultants over the years. It's rare to find one who can talk business and at the same time be completely immersed in IT technology. But Vaern can do just that. And we benefit from the fact that their advice and deliveries are based on a best practice approach, which is very important to us. Because all the knowledge and experience Vaern has in the security area is available to us through the collaboration.”

Stig Aastrup

Head of Group IT, Saferoad

Impact

Security as a business decision

One of Saferoad’s key lessons learnt has been the importance of linking the security strategy to both finance and management. Asking questions like, what is the real cost if a factory or system is down for a day? What are the consequences for customers and overall operations? These are the types of issues that management is now actively involved in, so they can help make informed decisions in any critical situation.

About Saferoad

Saferoad is a European provider of traffic safety solutions with over 100 years of industry experience. The group offers a wide range of innovative, high-quality products and solutions that contribute to safer roads and lay the foundation for future-proof infrastructure. Saferoad employs more than 2,700 people, operates 19 production facilities, and has over 30 sales offices across 13 European countries. The company is owned by the Norwegian private equity firm FSN Capital Partners.