Bentley Motors secures cyber security certification
Bentley Motors has enhanced its cyber security protocols and developed more robust management systems with the support of MHP Consulting UK.
Its focus on improving cyber security across the entire Bentley landscape has been recognised with compliance with the UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe) World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations.
It achieved its certification with zero non-conformities for this project, spanning approximately 24 months.
Phase One of the project saw Bentley and MHP Consulting develop appropriate concepts and processes that would align with the UNECE requirements.
This included developing a sophisticated audit strategy, integrating UNECE requirements into new and existing processes, and adopting new Cybersecurity and Software Update Management Systems (CSMS and SUMS) tools.
Phase Two included executing and running its CSMS/SUMS management system, while establishing a strong programme governance structure, collecting evidence around process operationalisation, and demonstrating CSMS & SUMS tools across the business.
Collaboration
Chris Cole, Bentley product line director, said: “We’re proud of this close collaboration with MHP Consulting UK, and the fact that Bentley has met the cybersecurity legislative requirements set out by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.
“Not only have our joint teams achieved certification with zero non-conformities, they have pushed the boundaries of innovation, further entrenching cybersecurity as a cultural imperative into the Bentley brand.
“This is a major achievement for our team and ultimately means that our GT range of vehicles meets the highest cybersecurity and software update management systems.”
Bodo Philipp, CEO MHP Consulting UK, added: “Achieving UNECE compliance is crucial for an OEM’s market access, and can therefore mean a bottom-line impact of millions, even billions, depending on the brand.”
