OT Security Articles

By John Allen, Strategic OT Security Director at Harpoon Consulting John has an esteemed reputation in the OT space having been the key figure in delivering the OT Security transformation for a global pharmaceutical leader. John now spends his time consulting for organisations I’ve worked in the technology industry for over 30 years, lately as […]

If you’re a small manufacturer that’s embraced smart manufacturing to boost efficiency, you’re already ahead of the curve. But with those smart technologies comes a reality that’s hard to ignore: cyber threats are no longer just an IT problem. They’re hitting the plant floor too. The challenge? You probably don’t have a big security team,

OT security is a highly complex field that needs specialist attention, there’s no denying that. With a mix of legacy systems, industrial control systems, regulatory pressures, and a growing attack landscape, many organisations are often overwhelmed by the intricacies of securing their, essentially, money-making environments. The old saying ‘if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it’

Increasing manufacturing efficiency but not thinking of the consequences comes with more risk than you think. Every day, we’re speaking with customers who are bringing in shiny, new, efficient technology to enable greater manufacturing productivity — and, in the long run, reduce production costs. However, this wave of digital transformation is also dramatically increasing cybersecurity

Let’s be honest, OT security has got a bit of a reputation for being complicated and overwhelming. Loads of organisations don’t know where to start, how to pull together a sensible plan, or how to keep it all ticking over. But here’s the thing: simplifying OT security doesn’t mean cutting corners. It just means focusing