Proprietary Framework
Higher Education Institutional Cyber Resilience Index
An internationally-applicable maturity and governance framework designed specifically for leading universities. HEI-CRI™ enables institutions worldwide to assess their current cyber resilience posture, prioritise improvements based on risk, and track measurable progress over time.
Why HEI-CRI™
HEI-CRI™ was developed specifically for the higher education sector. It provides a common language for university leadership, governance committees, and operational teams to discuss, measure, and improve institutional cyber resilience — moving the conversation from technical detail to strategic governance.
A comprehensive framework addressing the full lifecycle of institutional cyber resilience
Comprehensive evaluation of your institution's current cyber resilience posture across governance, operations, and people.
Risk-based prioritisation ensuring limited budgets and resources are directed to areas of greatest institutional impact.
Actionable improvement roadmaps with clear governance structures, milestones, and timescales aligned to institutional planning.
Ongoing governance reporting that enables boards to track progress, demonstrate improvement, and make informed decisions.
Benefits
Board-Ready Reporting
Clear, non-technical reports that enable governance committees to understand and act on cyber resilience matters.
Sector-Specific Benchmarking
Compare your institution's resilience posture against sector peers and best practice standards.
Investment Justification
Evidence-based business cases that help secure funding for cyber resilience improvements.
Regulatory Alignment
Supports compliance with sector regulations, GDPR, and national cyber security guidance.
Continuous Improvement
Regular reassessment creates a cycle of continuous improvement, with tangible evidence of progress.
HEI-CRI™ underpins all four of our advisory services
Speak with our international advisory team to learn how the framework can help your institution assess, improve, and sustain cyber resilience.
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