Körber Achieves Prestigious Platinum Rating in CyberVadis
HAMBURG, Germany - Körber has recently received the distinguished Platinum Medal for its exemplary performance in cybersecurity through the CyberVadis rating for 2025. This prestigious achievement marks a significant advancement in the company's cybersecurity journey, as it surpasses prior accolades.
CyberVadis, a respected entity within the realm of cybersecurity assessments, emphasizes a company's management system concerning information security. This year, Körber successfully completed a rigorous audit for the third time, earning the coveted Platinum rating. This success follows two previous gold medals, showcasing a remarkable evolution of Körber's cybersecurity maturity.
Understanding the Evaluation Criteria
The CyberVadis rating is grounded in recognized international standards, particularly ISO/IEC 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and it encompasses four fundamental areas:
- Identify – Identifying critical assets, risks, and processes
- Protect – Implementation of protective measures including training and access controls
- Detect – Systems designed for detecting potential security incidents
- React – Procedures for responding and recovering from incidents
Andreas Gaetje, the Chief Information Security Officer at Körber, remarked, "Our continuously improving CyberVadis rating reflects our unwavering commitment to cybersecurity. By enhancing our infrastructure and refining our processes, we aim to fortify our resilience against cyber threats. Protecting our company and our customers is paramount." He added, "The success of our security strategy exemplifies our reliability as a trustworthy partner, as reflected in this year's assessment results."
Körber, as a global technology conglomerate, places a premium on safeguarding sensitive information by adhering to the highest industry expectations. The foundation of this commitment is a well-rounded information security management system, which integrates a proactive security strategy, risk management practices, as well as controls that meet global benchmarks.
Moreover, Körber's security framework is guided by three key perspectives: the needs of the corporate business, the demands of customers, and prevailing market trends. In order to process customer data securely and reliably, Körber undergoes independent evaluations and certifications, meeting recognized ISO standards among others.
For additional details about Körber's approach to cybersecurity and its strategic initiatives, more information is available on the Group's website.
About Körber
Körber is an international technology group, employing around 13,000 professionals across over 100 locations globally. The core mission of Körber is to transform entrepreneurial ideas into tangible customer successes while influencing technological advancements. Within its operational divisions—Pharma, Supply Chain, and Technologies—Körber offers innovative products, solutions, and services, helping to address contemporary challenges with foresight and ingenuity. Körber AG serves as the umbrella organization for the Körber Group.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Körber’s Platinum rating?
The Platinum rating from CyberVadis indicates Körber's top-tier maturity in its cybersecurity practices, surpassing previous gold ratings.
Can you explain the CyberVadis assessment process?
CyberVadis evaluates companies based on international standards, examining critical areas such as risk identification, protection measures, incident detection, and response strategies.
What are Körber's priorities regarding cybersecurity?
Körber places a high emphasis on safeguarding sensitive information, employing a comprehensive security management system and aligning with international standards.
Who oversees cybersecurity at Körber?
The Chief Information Security Officer, Andreas Gaetje, leads Körber's cybersecurity initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement and resilience against threats.
Where can I find more information about Körber?
More details about Körber and its initiatives, especially in cybersecurity, are available on the company's official website.
