DIGITAL SME ISAC Masterclass: Understanding and Producing SBOMs for SMEs
About the event
Following the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) Information Session which took place on 12 November 2025, DIGITAL SME ISAC is hosting a masterclass on the Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs), designed to help SMEs understand and implement SBOMs effectively.
SBOMs are a key requirement under the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) for digitally connected products, and this session will provide practical guidance on producing, managing, and using them. The masterclass will feature Ioanna Georgiadou, Cybersecurity Officer at ENISA, who will share expert insights on SBOMs, regulatory considerations, and CRA requirements, alongside Philippe Ombredanne, Lead Maintainer at AboutCode, who will demonstrate practical tools and methodologies for creating and managing SBOMs.
This discussion will cover:
- The Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) and its consequences for industry stakeholders
- Tools and resources for SMEs for adapting and complying with SBOMs
- Current challenges and caveats in adopting SBOMs
Agenda
15:00 - 15:05
Welcome and Introduction
- James Philpot, Cybersecurity and Data Project Manager, European DIGITAL SME Alliance
15:05 - 15:50
Understanding the Software Bill of Materials: Main Implications & Considerations
- Ioanna Georgiadou, Cybersecurity Officer at ENISA
- Philippe Ombredanne, Lead Maintainer at AboutCode
15:50 - 16:00
Feedback and Q&A session

