Security News > 2023 > January > What to consider when budgeting for 2023’s OT cybersecurity needs and wants

Regardless of what 2023 holds in store for the economy, your organization's financial commitment to supporting OT cybersecurity efforts is being decided now.

From the board's perspective, if 2023's financial outlook seems uncertain, perhaps this is not the best time to invest in the costly modernization of the production lines and the related comprehensive cybersecurity solution.

One hacked network device provides access to all other devices that have trusted the same network.

Make sure that you deploy OT-specific cybersecurity tools that can allow you to protect your cyber perimeter and detect any anomalies in the internal OT network without impacting the operation.

Cybersecurity-as-a-Service - Instead of purchasing OT cybersecurity tools and struggling with their deployment and operation, outsource IT security efforts to a managed security service provider.

Ultimately, understanding your department's critical needs and aligning them with your company's roadmap is the only way for the board, C-level executives, and your team to be aligned.

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