Security News > 2022 > January > Manufacturers are starting to realize the importance of OT security

While rapid technology advances have improved manufacturing operations in recent years, combining new and legacy operational technology has created security gaps that many manufacturers are just beginning to close, according to a research report published by Information Services Group.

The report finds the complex mix of legacy OT and newer, connected technologies such as industrial IoT and machine learning has forced manufacturers to add security extensions for protection against cyberattacks.

"More companies in heavy industry are beginning to recognize these threats and authorize funding for OT security throughout their facilities."

Proactive enterprises are seeking OT security solutions that can be scaled up and applied to on-premises assets, including specialized infrastructure such as fuel sensor networks in oil refineries.

Many organizations are outgrowing point solutions and graduating to OT security systems that provide unified visibility across all assets.

The most effective unified security systems encompass all OT and IT elements, including IoT, industrial IoT, mobile and wireless devices.

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