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Andreas Hönnerscheid, Head of Quality Management at DAkkS
Press Release,
Peer evaluation

Who actually assesses DAkkS? How DAkkS is preparing for the 2026 EA evaluation

Assessment of DAkkS by an international EA team in September 2026

Every four years, DAkkS is evaluated by EA. In this interview, Andreas Hönnerscheid, Head of Quality Management at DAkkS, explains the process of such an EA evaluation, how DAkkS prepares for it and why this system is essential for maintaining trust in accreditation.

A processor chip bearing the inscription "Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)", surrounded by golden stars.
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Cyber Resilience Act

DAkkS starts accreditation process under the Cyber Resilience Act

Conformity assessment bodies can now submit applications for accreditation for the Cyber Resilience Act

DAkkS is allowing conformity assessment bodies to apply for accreditation under the Cyber Resilience Act, even before the implementation act is published. Accreditation is a necessary prerequisite for notification under this legislation and is carried out in close consultation with BSI.

DAkkS expert council in exchange: round table with laptops and black chairs
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DAkkS Committees

DAkkS promotes dialogue within its Expert Council

Annual meeting brings together expertise and perspectives from across conformity assessment

On 8 June, DAkkS welcomed the members of its Expert Council to its annual virtual meeting. The agenda focused on current developments in the accreditation system and on cross-sector discussions of topics relevant to the further development of accreditation practice.

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