The Unified Namespace: Merging OT with IT
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The Unified Namespace: Merging OT with IT

The unified namespace is the next iteration in the Industrial Internet of Things’ (IIoT’s) digital transformation. A unified namespace is a single source of truth for IIoT data. It combines components from the pyramidal network-and-system ISA 95 functional model with the advanced capabilities of modern cloud software. The unified namespace architecture includes a centralized repository […]

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Accelerating Digitalization and Innovation in Battery Manufacturing
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Accelerating Digitalization and Innovation in Battery Manufacturing

As the world moves towards greater digitalization and the convergence of IT (Information Technology) and OT (Operational Technology), the battery manufacturing industry is experiencing a significant shift towards smarter manufacturing processes. In a recent interview with Brenda Discher, SVP, Business Strategy & Marketing from Siemens, we found out a few things.One key takeaway from Siemens’ […]

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Aggregating IT/OT Data Does Not Equal Convergence
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Aggregating IT/OT Data Does Not Equal Convergence

Earlier this year, a colleague of mine and I were on our way to the IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona. Although we made our connecting flights, a couple of minutes after deplaning, we received emails and texts from the airline informing us that our luggage was not on the plane. The text then asked us […]

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Data is the key in IT/OT convergence
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Data is the key in IT/OT convergence

A database on the edge can open doors to enhanced IT and OT operations. The Internet of Things (IoT) and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are no longer vague concepts. They are part of a movement that is transforming the way organizations conduct their business. In this new era of technology, everything can be […]

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IT vs OT: Information Technology (IT) vs. Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity
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IT vs OT: Information Technology (IT) vs. Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity

What is OT? Understanding Operational Technology (OT) Operational Technology (OT) refers to the technology and systems used to monitor, control, and manage physical processes and devices in various industrial and infrastructure sectors. Operational technology (OT) uses hardware and software to manage industrial equipment and systems. OT controls high-tech specialist systems, like those found in the […]

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The way forward: Merging IT and operations
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The way forward: Merging IT and operations

To keep up with the speed of digital business, more organizations are looking to bring together information technology, which manages data, and operational technology, which handles manufacturing and industrial equipment. Integrating the two departments can help improve productivity and boost competitiveness. Aside from the commercial pressure to digitize and tap technologies such as artificial intelligence, […]

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The Way Forward: A Practical Guide to Achieving IT/OT Convergence
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The Way Forward: A Practical Guide to Achieving IT/OT Convergence

Modern enterprises are faced with pressures for accelerated digitalization while effectively using data from and across their systems. Attend this session to watch a live demo led by industry experts and see how IT/OT data systems can be seamlessly integrated for optimized efficiencies.  This session offers the unique opportunity to learn from real use cases […]

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Digital transformation in any industry begins with bridging IT and OT (IT / OT integration manufacturing
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Digital transformation in any industry begins with bridging IT and OT (IT / OT integration manufacturing

To keep up with the speed of digital business, more organizations are looking to bring together information technology, which manages data, and operational technology, which handles manufacturing and industrial equipment. Bridging IT and OT departments can help improve productivity and boost competitiveness. Integrating IT / OT in any industry Aside from the commercial pressure to […]

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How to Protect Against Ransomware in your OT Environment
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How to Protect Against Ransomware in your OT Environment

Know how an IT attack can impact OT, build clear incident response gameplay, and prioritize risks to ensure as little impact on operations as possible in case of emergency.  Well-defined maps of potential threats and impacts. One of the biggest questions is the risk levels and priorities of assets and systems. What systems are tied […]

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Industrial Cyber Security: Why IT & OT collaboration is no longer an option but a necessity
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Industrial Cyber Security: Why IT & OT collaboration is no longer an option but a necessity

Since the mid-1990s, many industrial companies have interconnected their industrial control systems (ICSs) to improve productivity, maintenance, and safety in the operational environment. Some of this interconnectivity was to  the Internet.  While, this connectivity helped to improved the efficiency, security was at best a minimal consideration. The lack of adequate security planning has resulted in […]

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Case Study: First Steps Toward IIoT in a SME Environment

IIoT and Industry 4.0 are omnipresent topics in today’s industry tradeshows and blog posts. A lot of products promise to help you achieve vertical integration of production flow and data and enterprise software like ERP. But usually, there’s also a catch: either you get very complex products with a similarly shocking price tag – or […]

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Industrial Cyber Security: Why IT & OT collaboration is no longer an option but a necessity
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Industrial Cyber Security: Why IT & OT collaboration is no longer an option but a necessity

Since the mid-1990s, many industrial companies have interconnected their industrial control systems (ICSs) to improve productivity, maintenance, and safety in the operational environment. Some of this interconnectivity was to  the Internet.  While, this connectivity helped to improved the efficiency, security was at best a minimal consideration. The lack of adequate security planning has resulted in […]

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