SMA receives TÜV certificate for information security

10/09/2024

With renewable energies contributing an ever-growing share of the electrical supply, PV systems represent part of the critical infrastructure. Ensuring data security in these systems is therefore becoming more important all the time. SMA Solar Technology AG (SMA) has now achieved a significant milestone by obtaining the internationally valid certification for information security in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001. This certification attests that SMA maintains the highest standards of security to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information. The scope of the certification includes the SMA Sunny Portal-a monitoring portal developed and operated in Germany-and all of the areas and processes required for its operation.

"We're very proud to receive this certificate," says Barbara Gregor, CFO at SMA. "Our energy solutions are part of the critical infrastructure. This certificate underscores the ongoing efforts we are making to ensure that sensitive information belonging to the users of our systems and solutions is kept safe and secure. It's a significant milestone, and we will continue doing everything we can to protect the data of our customers, partners, and employees and minimize the threats posed by cyberattacks-because we want to lead the way in cybersecurity for energy solutions."

Over one million PV systems in more than 200 countries worldwide are currently registered in SMA Sunny Portal, which equates to a cumulative inverter power of 41 gigawatts. The company's successful ISO 27001 certification is the result of an extensive evaluation process in which all aspects of SMA's information security management were assessed by external auditors. Implementing effective security measures, providing regular training for employees, and continually monitoring risks were just a few of these aspects. The TÜV certificate is proof that the security practices implemented by the company meet a high standard of quality and reliability.

"Inverters are the brain behind every PV system, but unfortunately they are also increasingly becoming a target for hackers. The cybersecurity measures we have put in place give us the edge over other companies that manufacture inverters and operate monitoring portals. The TÜV certificate is proof that the security practices we have implemented meet a high standard of quality and reliability," notes Marek Seeger, Information Security Manager at SMA.

Additional information on cybersecurity at SMA and our guidelines can be found here.

About SMA
As a leading global specialist in photovoltaic and storage system technology, the SMA Group is setting the standards today for the decentralized and renewable energy supply of tomorrow. SMA's portfolio contains a wide range of efficient PV and battery inverters, holistic system solutions for PV and battery-storage systems of all power classes, intelligent energy management systems and charging solutions for electric vehicles and power-to-gas applications. Digital energy services as well as extensive services round off SMA's range. SMA inverters installed throughout the world within the last 20 years with a total output of approximately 132 GW help avoid the emission of more than 70 million tons of CO₂. SMA's multi-award-winning technology is protected by more than 1,600 patents and utility models. Since 2008, the Group's parent company, SMA Solar Technology AG, has been listed on the Prime Standard of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (S92) and is listed on the SDAX and TecDAX index.

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