Dear clients, partners, colleagues, and data enthousiasts,
At CRANIUM, we’ve always believed in shaping a digital world where businesses grow safely, and data is treated with the respect it deserves. We’re not just about compliance and meeting regulations —it’s about empowering organisations to protect what matters most, from personal privacy to business continuity.
This moment feels particularly significant for us as a company. As we continue to expand and innovate, it’s time to share the next phase of our journey- the CRANIUM Collective.
A strong tomorrow: the CRANIUM Collective
CRANIUM has been a trusted name in data protection, information security, and data governance for years. The CRANIUM Collective is a natural evolution that started by our desire for continuous improvement in our areas of expertise, while still building further on the strength of a larger, united organisation. It’s a structural change, and a strategic shift that allows us to be more focused and more effective in serving our clients.
Through this initiative, each specialised brand under the CRANIUM umbrella will focus on its own unique expertise, while benefiting from shared resources like operational support, legal counsel, HR, and from our existing structure and procedures. We’re proud to say that this is the future of CRANIUM- one where innovation, expertise, and impact come together to create true value for both our clients and employees.
Meet Cingulum, the first step forward
The first brand to launch within the CRANIUM Collective is Cingulum, our dedicated information and cybersecurity brand. While CRANIUM has been offering security services for years, Cingulum will now give this area the dedicated focus it deserves. With cyber threats growing more sophisticated by the day and regulations becoming more demanding, organisations are not just looking for basic compliance, they need strategic partners that can support them during all stages of maturity and help them build resilience for the long term.
Cingulum is here to offer exactly that. From CISO support to business continuity planning and vendor management, Cingulum provides the strategies and tools that make information and cybersecurity into a business strength, not just a cost centre.
Unlike many, we don’t just patch things up. We aim to provide the long-term resilience strategies you need to stay ahead of threats. Under the leadership of Dave Geentjens, an industry expert with a clear vision for the future, Cingulum blends deep technical expertise with legal and sector-specific knowledge, allowing us to address unique challenges in industries like healthcare, government, and finance, from start-ups to multinationals.
Celebrating growth and empowerment
CRANIUM has come a long way. From our early days as a growing company to becoming a trusted partner in privacy, security and data governance for already more than a thousand organisations. I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve achieved together in the last years, and I’m even more excited about where we are heading!
But it’s not just about scaling up— we always look for ways to enable our people to become the best versions of themselves. We have a passionate, driven team, and this new structure will empower them to work on their expertise, innovate, and collaborate in ways that make a real impact.
What’s next for CRANIUM
While Cingulum is the first brand within the CRANIUM Collective, we have concrete plans to expand into additional areas and locations. By creating multiple, highly specialised brands, we ensure that each client need is addressed with precision and expertise. Importantly, the strength of the CRANIUM Collective lies in the collaboration between our brands. Clients can rely on us for their complete digital governance and compliance journey, receiving seamless, integrated solutions that cover every aspect—from data protection to cybersecurity and digital law. And, by bringing new people and ideas into the CRANIUM Collective, we create opportunities for innovative solutions that will further shape the future of our sector.
For now, with Cingulum taking the lead in security, CRANIUM will be able to strengthen its core expertise in Data Protection, Digital Law, and Data Governance. We will continue to evolve and innovate in these areas, maintaining our positions as pioneers, and ultimately serving our clients better than ever.
The value of the CRANIUM Collective
With the CRANIUM Collective, we’ll be able to offer our clients more—more focus, more expertise, and more tailored services to meet their needs. Whether they’re working with CRANIUM or Cingulum, they’ll be gaining the collective knowledge and insights from across our entire network.
And for those who’ve been with us for years, nothing changes in terms of their relationship with us. The projects, teams, and consultants remain the same—only now, they have more support, tools, and focus behind them.
Looking forward with a fresh perspective
A new chapter calls for a fresh look! We’ve updated our digital presence, and I invite you to explore the new websites for both CRANIUM and Cingulum.
For me, the real excitement lies in what’s ahead. Our journey is far from over, and we’re ready to walk it together with you.
Warm regards,
Anne Jansen
Group CEO, CRANIUM
CEO, CRANIUM Belgium
