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Why we built NIS2 Manager: the story behind the platform

How the BetterQA team transformed their software testing experience into an NIS2 compliance platform. Our philosophy, challenges, and vision.

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NIS2 Manager, BetterQA
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A Familiar Challenge

At BetterQA, we've spent years helping organizations test and assure the quality of their software. We know what it means to systematically verify that something works according to specifications. We know what it means to document, verify, and demonstrate compliance.

When we saw what NIS2 means for Romanian companies, we recognized a familiar problem: compliance is, essentially, a form of quality assurance at the organizational level.

The Problem We Saw

Approximately 12,000-15,000 organizations in Romania will need to comply with NIS2 by 2026. Most don't have:

  • Experience with cybersecurity regulations of this magnitude
  • Dedicated compliance teams
  • Appropriate tools to manage the process
  • Time to waste

The market was (and still is) dominated by:

  • Expensive consultants charging by the hour
  • Enterprise solutions with prohibitive prices
  • Excel and Word documents sent via email
  • Widespread confusion about what needs to be done

What We Wanted to Build

We started with some clear principles:

1. Accessibility

You shouldn't need a multinational corporation budget to comply with a regulation that affects SMEs. That's why we offer:

  • Free eligibility calculator
  • Plans starting from €99/month
  • No mandatory long-term contracts

2. Clarity

Regulations are written in legal language. Our tools translate abstract requirements into concrete actions:

  • 212 controls, each with explanation and guidance
  • Clear scoring (policy + implementation)
  • Automatic prioritization of gaps

3. Automation Where It Matters

Your teams' time is valuable. We automate what we can:

  • Automatic DNSC document generation
  • Deadline calculation and reminders
  • Progress reports
  • Alerts for expiring documents

4. Built-in Expertise

We worked with cybersecurity and compliance specialists to ensure the platform reflects real requirements, not rough interpretations.

Our Philosophy

Compliance isn't a project, it's a process

Many see NIS2 as a project with a start and end date. The reality is that once you're registered, compliance becomes continuous:

  • Annual reports
  • Incident reporting
  • Security measure updates
  • Document renewals

NIS2 Manager is built for this reality - not just for initial registration, but for the entire compliance lifecycle.

Quality is in our DNA

At BetterQA, we test software for clients across Europe. We know what it means to build robust systems, cover edge cases, document everything.

We applied the same principles to NIS2 Manager:

  • Tested and reviewed code
  • Secure infrastructure (EU hosting)
  • Documented processes
  • Constant feedback incorporation

Transparency

We have no hidden agendas. Prices are public. Limitations are clear. We don't try to sell expensive consulting services on top of the platform.

The Team

NIS2 Manager is built and maintained by the BetterQA team, with contributions from:

  • Software engineers with experience in enterprise systems
  • Security specialists with audit and compliance backgrounds
  • UX designers who understand that complex tools must be simple to use
  • Regulatory experts who follow the evolution of the legal framework

Where We Are

Currently:

  • Platform is functional and used by organizations in production
  • Eligibility calculator with over 1,000 completed assessments
  • Complete self-assessment on all 212 controls
  • Operational DNSC document generator
  • Active incident management module

What's Next

We're constantly developing new features:

  • Vulnerability scanning (for Enterprise plan)
  • API integrations with external systems
  • Training modules for teams
  • Advanced sector benchmark reports

Why Choose NIS2 Manager

  1. Built by a team with a track record - BetterQA has years of experience in software quality
  2. Specific to Romania - We understand OUG 155/2024 (approved with modifications by Law no. 124/2025) and DNSC requirements
  3. Affordable pricing - No surprises, no hidden costs
  4. Real support - Team in Romania, in Romanian language
  5. Continuous evolution - The platform grows with the requirements

Try It Free

We don't ask for a credit card to start. Check your eligibility and see where you stand. If you have questions, we're here to help.


NIS2 Manager is a BetterQA product. We build quality software for organizations that need reliable solutions.

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to send an early warning of a significant incident (NIS2 Directive, Article 23(4)(a))
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sectors in scope: 11 of high criticality (Annex I) and 7 other critical sectors (Annex II)

The NIS2 Directive (EU 2022/2555) entered into force on January 16, 2023, with member states required to transpose it by October 17, 2024. For essential entities, the fine ceiling is at least EUR 10 million or 2% of total worldwide annual turnover, whichever is higher (EUR 7 million or 1.4% for important entities). Romania’s DNSC annual activity report for 2024 recorded a 40.2% rise in reported cyber fraud and a 286.8% rise in malware compared with 2023 (DNSC, 2024), making compliance tools essential for the thousands of Romanian organizations affected by the directive.

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