Fortifying the Digital Future: Advanced Strategies for Cybersecurity in Manufacturing
#Fortinet #RockwellAutomation #CybersecurityInManufacturing #LeadershipThinkTurf #CyberSecurityA key area of focus for the participants was the IT-OT Convergence. Manufacturing organizations are adopting holistic cybersecurity strategies that encompass both IT and OT environments.
June 2024 : The Rockwell Automation Presents Leadership Think Turf 2024, held in association with Fortinet and powered by Pro MFG Media, brought together industry leaders, C-suite executives, and cybersecurity experts to discuss advanced strategies for securing the manufacturing sector. The event, held at the Hyatt Centric in Bangalore on 25 June 2024, focused on the critical intersection of IT and OT (Operational Technology) and the challenges faced in implementing robust cybersecurity measures.
The Indian manufacturing landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and digital transformation. As organizations embrace Industry 4.0, the convergence of IT and OT becomes essential. The event aimed to address these challenges head-on, emphasizing the need for integrated cybersecurity solutions.
Benjamin Lim, CISSP Global Cyber Security Services Sales, Rockwell Automation and Vishak Raman, Vice President of Sales, India, SAARC, SEA, and ANZ, Fortinet delivered an insightful joint presentation.
Drawing an analogy between cybersecurity and Sun Tzu’s Art of War, they highlighted the following key points:
• Perfect Synchronization: Cybersecurity requires seamless collaboration between IT and OT teams, processes, and technologies. It is a team sport where every player’s contribution matters.
• OT Security: Ensuring the safety of operational technology is crucial. Coordinating patch management with plant maintenance and prioritizing employee safety, system availability, and data integrity are paramount.
The roundtable discussion was moderated by Amit Tenglikar, Director, Grant Thornton. Several industry leaders like Anbu David, CISO, CIO, Head of IT Ops & Security, Holcim, Dilip Sawhney, Managing Director, Rockwell Automation, India, Divya Rajvanshy, Global Analytics and Cyber Division Lead, ABinBev, Gaurav Goyal, Business Development Manager OT – India & SAARC, Fortinet, George Young, Vice President, Global Digital Services, Rockwell Automation, Ramesh Pillai, CISO, Biocon Ltd., Ravi Kumar, Sr. Mgr - Cyber Security, HEINEKEN (United Breweries), TA Rajiv Kumar, DGM, HPCL R&D, Velu M, DGM – IT and Infra, Plasmagen and Vishak Raman, Vice President of Sales, India, SAARC, SEA, and ANZ, Fortinet participated in the discussion.
Participants focused on understanding the evolving threat landscape and identifying vulnerabilities specific to the manufacturing sector. The discussion emphasized the implementation of layered security measures to safeguard critical systems and data. Strategies for proactive threat detection and effective response were explored, emphasizing the need for continuous monitoring.
A key area of focus for the participants was the IT-OT Convergence. Manufacturing organizations are adopting holistic cybersecurity strategies that encompass both IT and OT environments. Against this backdrop, the participants deliberated upon the crucial role that vendors are playing in providing specialized solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing IT and OT infrastructure.
Industry leaders also discussed strategies effective in balancing accessibility needs with stringent security requirements as well as OT Patch management.
Leveraging real-time insights was highlighted as a crucial approach to enhance decision-making and mitigate risks. The event paved the way for a more secure and resilient manufacturing sector.
Manish Kulkarni, Co-founder & Director, Pro MFG Media anchored the session, expressing gratitude to all participants for their invaluable insights.
NEWSLETTER
TRENDING ON PRO MFG
MORE FROM THE SECTION
