The financial sector must step up its regulatory resilience efforts to maintain trust and stability in its ecosystems. With the rise of cyber threats and increasing interconnectivity among players, digital risk management has become a top priority.
This is where regulators step in, multiplying regulations to meet the demands of an increasingly complex digital environment. Among them is the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), which came into effect on January 17, 2025. This groundbreaking regulation standardizes security requirements across the European financial sector, enforcing a unified approach to risk management, third-party oversight, and business continuity.
But DORA goes beyond mere compliance—it offers a strategic opportunity to turn cybersecurity into a true driver of resilience and innovation.
Whether you are a bank, an insurance company, an asset management firm, or a technology provider, successfully implementing DORA is essential for ensuring lasting compliance—even in the face of evolving regulations. This guide provides a detailed analysis of DORA’s challenges, practical implementation advice, and a strategic outlook, helping you leverage it as a competitive advantage.
What will you find in this white paper?
- The rise of new threats: sophisticated cyberattacks, increased reliance on external providers, and an evolving regulatory landscape.
- An evolving compliance approach: how to integrate DORA’s deployment into a broader strategy, drawing on GDPR lessons while preparing for future regulations such as the Cyber Resilience Act.
- A practical guide to DORA: breakdown of requirements, operational recommendations, and key steps for successful compliance—plus insights into persistent pain points for banks post-implementation.
Featuring insights from our Sopra Steria experts:
- Erwan Brouder, Deputy Director of Cybersecurity, Sopra Steria
- Marine Lecomte, Head of Offerings and Innovations, Financial Services Vertical, Sopra Steria
With a special guest:
- Wilfried Lauber, Chief Information Security Officer, Amundi Asset Management
Download our white paper and discover how to turn DORA into a strategic asset for your organization!