Security News > 2020 > January > Rockwell Automation to Acquire Cybersecurity Firm Avnet
Rockwell Automation on Wednesday announced that it has entered an agreement to acquire Israel-based cybersecurity solutions provider Avnet Data Security in an effort to expand its cybersecurity expertise.
Founded in 1995, Avnet provides a wide range of services and solutions for IT and OT environments, including penetration testing, assessments, training, and network and security products.
Rockwell Automation says it has decided to acquire Avnet because its extensive knowledge and experience will support its objective to "Achieve double digit growth in Information Solutions and Connected Services by expanding our IT/OT cyber and network expertise globally."
Frank Kulaszewicz, senior VP of Control Products & Solutions at Rockwell Automation, commented, "Avnet's combination of service delivery, training, research, and managed services will enable us to service a much larger set of customers globally while also continuing to accelerate our portfolio development in this rapidly developing market."
"We are excited to join Rockwell Automation to further expand their already robust cyber offering," said Igal Cohen, CEO of Avnet.