Every organization in our digital world has to determine whether it is better to buy commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software or build software that directly meets their needs. For over 20 years, the argument has strongly favored…
Why the manufacturing industry needs communication standards The digital transformation has been underway on factory floors for some time now. As digital technologies emerges as a key factor for remaining competitive, the need for change gains…
The manufacturing industry has been adopting next-gen technologies such as AI (artificial intelligence), advanced data analytics, predictive maintenance, automation, robotics, and more for improved productivity and enhanced safety on factory floors. Cutting-edge technologies can hold the…
Fortinet has worked with Forrester Consulting for a third time to check in on security trends affecting those who manage and maintain critical infrastructure—including the industrial control systems (ICS) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)…
Obtaining safety certifications and pre-market approvals for safety-related systems is arduous, costly, and prone to failure. And yet, such certifications and approvals are integral to the sale and market acceptance of software for a wide range…
The Internet of Things (IoT) is creating a new dynamic in the industrial space, specifically manufacturing. Large manufacturing companies are moving to leverage IoT technologies and predictive analytics as a part of increasing profitability and staying…
The practice of cyber security has changed dramatically in the past few years, presenting a significant challenge to management teams across all industries and business domains. As IT security teams become accountable for securing Operational Technology…
Supply chain attacks like the recent SolarWinds hack are now front-page news, and cybersecurity steps must be taken to reduce the risk these attacks pose to critical systems. A platform that enables end users to manage…
Flogistix is an oil and gas technology company that utilizes an engineered approach to help customers with their wellhead compression, vapor recovery, and gas lift needs. With more than 25 years of experience in the oil…
Ensuring the quality, reliability and safety of software requires navigating a complex supply chain made up of engineers, operations managers, contractors, and independent software vendors (ISVs), along with open source software (OSS) providers. Oftentimes, device manufacturers…
This report from Uniper take a comprehensive look at India’s new energy future, including the Indian “trilemma”, which includes 1) The impact of Covid-19 on energy demand, 2) Reimagining coal in the new energy landscape and…
The purpose of control system cybersecurity is to protect the control systems and the processes they monitor and control from electronic threats — that is, to “keep lights on and water flowing.” Networks are a support…