Mastering CBAM with BearingPoint - webinar recap

CBAM: Regulation updates and what’s next 

The session kicked off with an overview of the evolving CBAM regulatory landscape, highlighting the transition from the current regulation to the recent Omnibus updates. With the definitive phase fast approaching, the urgency for companies to prepare their systems and supplier data was emphasized.  

Top CBAM challenges for businesses (2023-2025) 

Participants learned about the most pressing challenges faced during the transitional period, including: 

• Data gaps and low supplier engagement 
• Multiple calculation methods and fragmented systems 
• Increased operational burden and risk of reporting failures 
• Certificate management complexities and price volatility 

These challenges can lead to calculation errors, audit risks, missed deadlines, and higher costs if not addressed proactively. 

Poll answers and Q&A: When we asked participants about their biggest CBAM challenges, supplier engagement and collaboration emerged as the top concern. This was followed by issues around emissions calculations, managing CBAM-related costs and certificates, and internal readiness. These pain points, highlighted in both poll responses and audience questions, are not just hurdles—they represent areas where organizations can transform compliance efforts into a true competitive advantage. 

Streamlining compliance with kolum 

The webinar showcased kolum’s compliance automation platform, designed to simplify CBAM compliance from data collection to report submission. Key features include: 

• Automated data flows and validation checks 
• Supplier collaboration tools and progress tracking 
• One-click EU reporting and scenario analysis 

With over 250 customers across industries, kolum empowers organizations to eliminate manual processes, ensure data accuracy, and gain full supply chain transparency. 

BearingPoint’s end-to-end support 

BearingPoint’s experts outlined their holistic approach to CBAM readiness, supporting clients with: 

• Internal readiness assessments and workflow adaptation 
• Supplier onboarding and engagement strategies 
• Emission calculation and reporting support 
• Certificate strategy, forecasting, and audit readiness 

By combining kolum’s technology with BearingPoint’s consulting expertise, clients benefit from a tailored, operational solution that minimizes compliance risks and delivers measurable, sustainable impact.