May 2024 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events
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May 2024 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events

Welcome to the May 2024 roundup of IIoT and ICS cybersecurity events. This month promises an array of conferences, summits, and expos dedicated to exploring the latest advancements, challenges, and best practices in securing critical infrastructure and advancing industrial connectivity. Join us as we delve into the forefront of IIoT innovation and cybersecurity resilience.ARC European […]

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The Shift to Industry 5.0 will Propel IIoT
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The Shift to Industry 5.0 will Propel IIoT

Industry and manufacturing seem to always be in a state of transition. From manual production to machines, then on to production lines and automation, industry is continuously evolving. 2011 saw the advent of Industry 4.0, which focused on driving efficiencies, with machines and factories making intelligent decisions. Now Industry 4.0 is evolving into Industry 5.0, […]

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Siemens Digital Enterprise – An overview with Stefan Krug
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Siemens Digital Enterprise – An overview with Stefan Krug

In the realm of modern manufacturing, the Electronics Factory Erlangen stands out as a beacon of innovation and efficiency. While facing challenges typical of any manufacturing facility, this factory sets itself apart by its approach to tackling these obstacles. Leveraging digitalization in various forms, such as artificial intelligence, digital twins, and IT/OT convergence, the factory […]

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Understanding the Convergence of Cybersecurity Drivers
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Understanding the Convergence of Cybersecurity Drivers

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the concept of convergence plays a pivotal role in shaping the priorities and challenges faced by organizations today. As Ian from Black & Veatch aptly describes, it’s not just about the emergence of cybersecurity threats but rather the convergence of various drivers that are amplifying the need for robust […]

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Green at the Core: How Sustainability Is Becoming the New Competitive Edge in Business
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Green at the Core: How Sustainability Is Becoming the New Competitive Edge in Business

Last week, at the Innovation Summit in Paris, I had the pleasure to interview Sophie Borgne, Water Segment President, Schneider Electric, and Georg Weber, Executive Board Member & CTO, Wilo Group. The conversation is focused on sustainability, marking a pivotal shift in how businesses perceive and integrate green practices into their core strategies.It’s becoming clear that sustainability […]

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Bridging Technologies and Sustainability: Connect’s Role in Modernizing Industry
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Bridging Technologies and Sustainability: Connect’s Role in Modernizing Industry

At the Innovation Summit in Paris, Kim Custeau,  EVP Portfolio, Aveva, talks about “Connect,” a dynamic initiative at the forefront of integrating over 109 products from Aveva alongside Schneider Electric’s software components. This pivotal platform, Connect, acts as the foundational core of Schneider Electric’s ecosystem, revolutionizing how data from a myriad of sources is brought […]

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Materialize: Schneider Electric’s Blueprint for a Sustainable Future in Critical Minerals
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Materialize: Schneider Electric’s Blueprint for a Sustainable Future in Critical Minerals

In a recent interview at the Innovation Summit in Paris, I had the pleasure of speaking with Barbara Frei, EVP of Industrial Automation, Schneider Electric, about their latest program, Materialize. This program aims to transform the critical minerals industry by steering it toward carbon neutrality, a goal that’s becoming increasingly crucial in today’s environmental context.Materialize […]

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From Visibility to Vigilance: Transforming Industrial Cybersecurity with Schneider Electric
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From Visibility to Vigilance: Transforming Industrial Cybersecurity with Schneider Electric

In this interview during the Innovation Summit 2024, Jay Abdallah, Vice President of Cybersecurity Solutions & Services at Schneider Electric, talks about the double-edged sword that technological advancement represents. While it undoubtedly propels efficiency and efficacy in operations, it concurrently expands the attack surface, necessitating heightened security standards and regulatory compliance to shield against vulnerabilities. […]

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[E-book] Harnessing the Power of Node-RED for Industrial Innovation
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[E-book] Harnessing the Power of Node-RED for Industrial Innovation

Node-RED stands at the forefront of the digital transformation, embodying a significant leap in bridging complex programming and intuitive, accessible interfaces. Born from the innovative endeavors of Nick O’Leary at IBM, this open-source, low-code environment has rapidly evolved from a simple MQTT message visualizer to a powerful tool for IoT and automation, underscoring the value […]

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The 2024 QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge: A Call to Urban Innovators
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The 2024 QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge: A Call to Urban Innovators

Leading Cities, in partnership with QBE, has opened the floor for the 2024 QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge, inviting innovators and entrepreneurs across the globe to present their smart-city solutions aimed at enhancing urban resilience. This prestigious challenge, now in its sixth year, is a unique opportunity for pioneers in urban innovation to secure funding of […]

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Predictive Maintenance: Harnessing Data for Smarter Industrial Operations
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Predictive Maintenance: Harnessing Data for Smarter Industrial Operations

Predictive maintenance, a strategy revolutionizing industrial operations, hinges on the power of data to foresee machinery malfunctions before they occur. Imagine a scenario where your washing machine company calls to preemptively fix a pump on the brink of failure, saving you from unexpected downtime and additional damage. This concept, scaled to industrial proportions, underlines the […]

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