Trusted Partner Network: what changes with Blue, Silver, Gold, and Gold Star tiering
TPN has adopted a four-level progression model that gives content owners a clearer view of supplier security maturity and helps organizations build a more structured compliance trajectory.
Understanding each level
Blue
Blue corresponds to a structured self-assessment and marks the entry point into a formal compliance journey.
Silver
Silver introduces external validation by an accredited assessor, with remaining best-practice gaps to close.
Gold
Gold confirms full implementation of applicable Best Practices and is often expected in high-requirement studio relationships.
Gold Star
Gold Star represents the highest maturity level, with full audit conformity and a highly robust security posture.
Operational impact for organizations
This tiering model transforms compliance into a staged roadmap. Companies can now plan maturity milestones, demonstrate progress, and strengthen commercial credibility.
To move efficiently, organizations must structure:
- governance over open gaps,
- evidence quality and traceability,
- technical execution on critical controls,
- continuous compliance maintenance.
CYTRUST positioning
CYTRUST supports clients across the full path:
- maturity diagnosis,
- prioritized remediation planning,
- operational security implementation,
- official audit preparation and support.
Our approach combines governance and operations to reduce risk, accelerate compliance, and improve the business value of TPN status.
