Digital resilience refers to an organization’s ability to continue operating, make decisions, and recover from various digital disruptions (cyberattacks, technical failures, dependency on suppliers, geopolitical tensions, or supply chain disruptions).

It therefore goes far beyond cybersecurity alone and is part of a broader logic of continuity and trust.

Organizations now operate in an environment characterized by a significant increase in cyberattacks, a growing number of incidents affecting critical services, and increasing dependence on external providers and infrastructures.

These risks are compounded by legal and geopolitical uncertainties. Many dependencies remain poorly identified and insufficiently managed, weakening information systems and business operations.

The Digital Resilience Index is a methodological standard designed to measure an organization’s digital dependencies and assess its overall resilience.

It provides a structured framework to analyze vulnerabilities and manage risks. It is neither a regulatory standard nor a simple compliance tool, but a strategic reference framework to support decision-making.

The DRI was created to address a growing need among businesses and public actors : to have a concrete tool to measure and manage digital dependencies.

In a context marked by geopolitical tensions, increased cyber risks, and strong reliance on critical infrastructures, the DRI provides an operational response where digital sovereignty had previously remained largely a political objective

The DRI is designed for all organizations : large corporations, SMEs, public institutions, and technology providers.

Any organization seeking to better understand and manage its dependencies can benefit from it.

The DRI covers multiple types of dependencies, including :

• economic and contractual dependencies
• cybersecurity and operational autonomy dependencies
• technological dependencies (infrastructures, AI models)
• governance and internal decision-making capabilities

The DRI adopts a multidimensional approach covering all key resilience factors of an information system, including :

• strategic, legal, and economic dimensions
• data and artificial intelligence
• operations and supply chain
• technologies and cybersecurity
• environmental impact

The DRI helps identify weaknesses in critical systems, measure risk exposure, and prioritize actions.

It is a management tool that enables organizations to structure their digital strategy and better control their dependencies.

By making dependencies visible and measurable, it allows a shift from intuitive to informed management.

The DRI provides leaders with clear visibility into their digital dependencies and vulnerabilities.

It enables informed decision-making regarding investments, risk management, and technology choices, making it a strategic tool for executive committees and boards.

The DRI improves risk control, business continuity, and stakeholder trust.

It also enhances strategic visibility and can become a competitive advantage in an increasingly demanding environment.

No. Eliminating all dependencies is often unrealistic.

The DRI’s objective is to help organizations understand and manage interdependencies effectively, enabling pragmatic strategic autonomy based on informed choices.

The DRI can be compared to :

• a driving handbook (open reference framework)
• and a driving test (official, controlled certification)

In this logic, an initial “guided learning” phase is implemented to support DRI advisors and their clients (temporary agreement).

The system operates on three complementary levels :

• 1. Open level – dissemination and self-assessment
• 2. Controlled level (scoring) – ensures reliability
• 3. Certification level (labeling) – official recognition

Standard Authority (aDRI)

→ Defines the framework, methodology, and scoring rules

→ Accredits and supervises training actors

Accredited entities

→ Train, authorize, and supervise evaluators

→ Approve DRI consultants

Approved actors

→ Firms/consultants authorized to audit and evaluate

→ Deliver the “R” label

Labeled organizations

→ Companies officially certified through an approved third party

No. The framework distinguishes between :

• an open part, accessible to all
• a controlled part, restricted to aDRI and authorized actors

It includes :

• the reference framework
• the evaluation grid
• general methodological guidance

These resources allow organizations to understand requirements, structure internal reflection, and perform an initial self-assessment.

Only within limits :

• allowed for internal use, training, and preliminary diagnostics
• not allowed for commercial services
• cannot be modified or reused commercially without authorization

No. Self-assessment is indicative only and cannot produce an official score or benchmark organizations.

Scoring is the official calculation mechanism, based on :

• weighting rules
• aggregation models
• a proprietary algorithm

It ensures reliable results and enables certification.

No. It is proprietary and restricted to aDRI and approved actors.

To ensure robustness, comparability, and credibility.

Without strict control, inconsistent or unreliable results could undermine the system.

Only aDRI or approved actors.

Not freely. Any commercial use must be authorized through agreements or accreditation.

It involves :

1. mapping critical systems and functions

2. analyzing dependencies

3. structured evaluation across resilience pillars

4. assigning a score and recommendations

• define a relevant scope
• engage with trained experts
• build a roadmap
• optionally begin with self-assessment

Yes. Organizations can obtain certification or labeling based on the DRI, which can be used for external recognition.

The DRI was initiated by three co-founders : David Djaïz, Yann Lechelle, and Arno Pons, within a broader ecosystem of public and private actors.

They support the initiative by encouraging adoption, without imposing strict regulation.

aDRI ensures the independence, neutrality, and robustness of the framework and organizes its deployment.

The DRI relies on collaboration between public institutions, companies, and experts to establish a credible and shared standard.

Approved consulting firms conduct assessments and support organizations in implementing the methodology.

A first version of the framework is nearing completion (expected June 2026), with ongoing refinements.

A transitional phase supports adoption without official scoring or certification.

An accreditation system will be deployed (from July 2026) to enable official evaluations and labeling.

The DRI aims to become a European and global reference standard.

The DRI balances :

• openness (broad dissemination)
• rigor (controlled scoring and certification)