The impending new Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 is set to come into effect in January 2027. Several aspects of the regulation are sure to be of utmost importance to companies who have plant and equipment assets in use as part of their operations.

Firstly, if an operator modifies a piece of equipment, they could soon become classified as a manufacturer themselves under this new machinery regulation. It likely means significant onus placed on responsible parties to help ensure thorough risk assessments and equipment inspections are carried out.

Additionally, companies will soon be expected to safeguard their machinery from a cybersecurity point of view. What does this mean? Well, it will typically mean having to shield against a diverse range of cyber threats, including data corruption.

The 2027 Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 deadline may seem like a distant one, but it will be imperative for businesses to start planning today to get ahead of it. That will mean smart planning and cohesive communication across teams, from engineers to IT professionals, and more.

This new change in the machinery regulation landscape may appear daunting, but FlexManager’s Plant & Equipment modules are designed to help businesses avoid legal exposure, reduce risk, and centralize records. By engaging with modules such as Asset Management, Asset Inspections, and Asset Maintenance, you can take a step toward achieving the compliance you need. Book a demo with FlexManager now to discover more about our Plant & Equipment modules, including how they can empower your business to anticipate tomorrow’s risks, today.