Manufacturers can reduce cyber risk on the shop floor by building visibility into operational technology (OT), segmenting networks, tightening access to machines and engineering tools, and preparing for rapid recovery. The most effective programs focus on production reality: uptime, safety, and legacy equipment, while still applying disciplined security controls across...
IT Support for Manufacturers: Key Technology Priorities
IT support for manufacturers should prioritize uptime, cybersecurity, and shop floor connectivity because production losses compound quickly when systems fail. The most effective approach aligns IT with operational technology (OT) so ERP, MES, SCADA, and the plant network work together reliably. This article covers the key technology priorities manufacturers should...
Cybersecurity for Manufacturers: How to Protect Production Uptime
Cybersecurity for manufacturers is one of the most direct ways to protect production uptime because most modern outages are triggered by preventable cyber events such as ransomware, compromised remote access, or disrupted industrial control systems. The goal is simple: keep lines running by reducing attack paths across IT and OT,...