Industrial organisations are digitising faster than they are being understood. Across manufacturing, energy, utilities, pharmaceuticals, transport, and critical infrastructure, operational […]
Cyber security in industrial environments is widely misunderstood because it is framed through an IT lens. Most board discussions centre
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly moving into industrial environments. Its capabilities are compelling: But in safety-critical systems, the question is not
The convergence of IT, OT and Engineering Technology is often described as progress. Technically, it is. Organisationally, it creates a
Software-defined automation represents a significant shift in industrial control. The ability to: creates clear operational advantages. But it also changes
Incident response in IT is well understood. Systems are: In industrial environments, this approach can be dangerous. Processes are: Shutting
In industrial cyber security discussions, the focus is almost always on access: But in operational environments, there is a more
Cyber security and functional safety are often presented as complementary disciplines. In reality, they can be in tension. Security introduces
Automation has always aimed to improve efficiency, consistency, and performance. AI now extends that ambition further: But there is a
Standards such as ISA/IEC 62443 provide essential guidance for industrial cyber security. They: But they do not guarantee safety or
