Applying a Zero Trust Mindset to Securing Industrial Control Systems
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Applying a Zero Trust Mindset to Securing Industrial Control Systems

The shift towards zero trust in industrial control systems (ICS) is driven by the increasing complexity and interconnectedness of these systems, as well as the growing threat of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure. Historically, trust has been assumed in ICS, with the long-term use of these assets and the presumption that the asset owners and […]

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Digital Transformation trends for Manufacturing & Supply Chain
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Digital Transformation trends for Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Digital transformation is a growing trend in the manufacturing and supply chain industries, driven by the need for increased efficiency and cost reduction. The global supply chain software market is expected to reach over $200 billion by 2027. Companies are implementing digital solutions such as automation, analytics, and IoT to streamline their processes and gain […]

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Will AI make us more secure?
· Artificial Intelligence

Will AI make us more secure?

ChatGPT, the dialogue-based AI chatbot capable of understanding natural human language, has become another icon in the disruptor ecosystem. Gaining over 1 million registered users in just 5 days, it has become the fastest growing tech platform ever. ChatGPT generates impressively detailed human-like written text and thoughtful prose, following a text input prompt. In addition, […]

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February 2023 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events
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February 2023 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events

Welcome to the second month of 2023! February may be the shortest month of the year, but it doesn’t mean we are short on events. This month, we’ve curated the list, with the timeline of major events happening in February 2023 around the globe, in-person or online, and what’s in it for the IIoT & […]

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IIoT Wearables Are Adding Stability Back to the Warehouse
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IIoT Wearables Are Adding Stability Back to the Warehouse

Most warehouses today are simultaneously facing supply chain issues, staffing shortages and critical safety concerns, with each problem linked inextricably to the next. As supply chain chaos has created order backlogs and demand surges, workers have been pushed beyond their limits to meet these output peaks and in doing so often become injured or leave […]

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7 Ways to Reduce the Cost of Production
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7 Ways to Reduce the Cost of Production

Supply chain disruptions, shortages, rising energy prices, and inflation have increased costs for almost every industry, manufacturing included. On top of that, skilled labor is difficult to find, and rising quickly in cost as a result. The good news is that production (output) in the US continues to rise over time, and we are seeing […]

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Securing the Convergence of the Manufacturing Internet of Things
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Securing the Convergence of the Manufacturing Internet of Things

Industrial control systems are often insecure by design, and operational technology (OT) environments are particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks. The increased connectivity between industrial and corporate networks, as well as the need for remote access for employees and third-party suppliers, only adds to the risk. In this panel discussion, we will address the essential elements of […]

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[Use case] Improve Robotic Welding Performance Using Real-Time Monitoring System
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[Use case] Improve Robotic Welding Performance Using Real-Time Monitoring System

A large manufacturer produces hundreds of parts for an industrial distributor of multiple vehicle types. Challenges Throughout the plant, automated robotic welding systems are utilized. The motor supplying wire feed to the welding gun often wears. Irregular wire feeding causes the wire to buckle and jam. This means unplanned stoppages and downtime of the welding […]

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How Industrial DataOps is Shaping Industry 4.0
· Smart Manufacturing

How Industrial DataOps is Shaping Industry 4.0

Industry 4.0 adopters in factories around the world recognize that industrial data is gold. More users and systems want access to this data in real time to convert it into valuable information they can act on to predict machine failure, prevent downtime, improve product quality, and meet sustainability goals. IDC projected there will be 41.6 […]

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