Secure network protection configuration in times of increasing regulatory requirements
As energy infrastructures become more decentralized and digitalized, requirements for network protection continue to rise—technically, organizationally, and regulatorily. Grid operators today must manage, regularly test, and document a wide range of protection devices from different manufacturers across multiple teams.
Our network protection settings database provides a central solution: device parameters are automatically imported, validated, approved, and permanently documented—fully integrated into existing SAP system landscapes.
The goal is a digital, efficient, and audit-ready process that replaces shadow IT, reduces testing effort, and ensures regulatory compliance.
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Business case
Efficiency, standardization, and compliance for grid operators
- Central data repository for all protection parameters —devices, settings, and test configurations
- Automated import of protection parameters from manufacturer XML files
- Rule-based selection of the appropriate setting template (e.g., by grid area or voltage level)
- Approval workflows with audit trail —who changed what and when
- Audit-proof export of all settings in PDF format
Added value
- Compliance with legal requirements such as EnWG, VDE-AR-N, DIN VDE 0105-100, IT Security Act 2.0 / BSI KRITIS Regulation
- Reduction of manual effort through automation and clear processes
- Elimination of shadow IT and inconsistent Excel-based solutions
- Transparency and governance for auditors, authorities, and internal audit teams
- Future-proof foundation for predictive maintenance and grid automation
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Technology
Platform & availability
- Cloud-ready architecture —immediately available via browser or as a hybrid solution
- Centralized deployment and maintenance —no local client installation required
- Location-independent access —for internal and external users
Architecture & integration
- Seamless integration with SAP PM/EAM
- SAP connectivity via OData services
- Extendable with SAP BTP and Microsoft Azure
- Compatible with third-party applications (e.g., testing software, grid calculation tools)
Security & data protection
- KRITIS-compliant security architecture (BSI, ISO 27001)
- Role-based access control (internal / external)
- Audit-ready change logs and GDPR-compliant data storage
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Our services
Consulting & implementation
- Strategic consulting for governance and protection data processes
- Regulatory checks and gap analysis of your current protection data management
- Development of individual roadmaps for project launch and rollout
Development & operations
- Technical architecture design for cloud, on-premise, or hybrid environments
- Implementation and integration into your SAP landscape
- Migration of existing protection data from Excel or other systems
- Training and onboarding for all user groups
- Long-term support for operations, enhancements, and regulatory updates