The CRA fundamentally redefines how software will be built and maintained, pushing organizations to adopt more structured, transparent, and security-centered development strategies. And if you're like most commercial software developers who incorporate open source components, you'll need to account for your dependencies. Your team will need time to adapt development and security workflows to meet these new expectations. The timeline for CRA compliance is already in motion: December 2024 - The CRA came into force. This marked the start of the transition period for all affected stakeholders.