Cisco Secure Industrial Networking

Modernize Your Industrial Infrastructure for Cybersecurity and AI Readiness with Cisco Validated Designs

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Modernize Your Industrial Infrastructure for Cybersecurity and AI Readiness with Cisco Validated Designs

The necessity of tested and proven network architectures Many industrial operations rely on networks provided to them by their automation vendors. These default networks often focus on the immediate, localized needs of specific equipment or processes. While they may be good at their intended function, they frequently fall short when addressing the broader challenges of scale, security, and innovation in modern industrial environments. Such networks may not consistently offer the level of cybersecurity needed to…

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Unleash OT Security with the Best of IT

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Unleash OT Security with the Best of IT

If I were planning security for an exhibit of the crown jewels, you can be sure I’d coordinate efforts with other galleries in the facility. After all, a thief who broke into an adjoining gallery would be just a wall away from breaching mine. The same applies to securing operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) networks. IDC highlights the need for IT/OT collaboration on cybersecurity in a new Infobrief called “The Future of Industrial…

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The critical need for cyber-resilient roadways

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The critical need for cyber-resilient roadways

As intelligent transportation systems (ITS) undergo rapid digital transformation, the benefits are clear: smoother traffic flow, enhanced road safety, and significant strides toward achieving climate goals. Yet, amidst these advancements, a critical challenge remains at the forefront – ensuring the security of this increasingly connected infrastructure. With the increasing number of connected systems, the attack surface grows, raising concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure. The World Economic Forum has emphasized this risk, noting that…

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Laying the foundation for Industry 4.0: crafting the ultimate industrial secure segmentation blueprint

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Laying the foundation for Industry 4.0: crafting the ultimate industrial secure segmentation blueprint

As we embark on the transformative journey of Industry 4.0, the first phase or the foundation phase is crucial. This phase involves crafting a resilient industrial network blueprint that aligns with strategic frameworks like the Purdue Model. The goal is to build an automated and intelligent network that acts as a proactive sensor, enhancing both visibility and security from the ground up. Let’s delve into the key components and functions of this foundational phase. The…

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Listening to the Voice of the Customer: Cisco's 2024 State of Industrial Networking Report

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Listening to the Voice of the Customer: Cisco's 2024 State of Industrial Networking Report

Nothing has been more energizing in my career than listening to customers. Hearing them describe their current challenges, envision new competitive advantages, and measure their ROI are but a few examples. These insights are invaluable not only to strategic partners and market leaders like Cisco but also to industry peers who are learning about the highest value use cases emerging from the rapid modernization of industrial networks. Needless to say, hearing from 1,000+ industry professionals…

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Your industrial network is not a commodity: it is strategic to your success

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Your industrial network is not a commodity: it is strategic to your success

Over the past 20 years, I’ve enjoyed the journey I’ve taken with industrial customers as partners, helping them modernize and secure their infrastructures. As technology enters the age of AI and customers ready themselves for advanced technology, I feel energized by the opportunity to help them meet the challenges they’re facing as they look to digitize and protect their networks at scale.Our customers feel an urgency to ensure their networks are securely maintained, and I…

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NIS2 for manufacturing organizations: 3 steps towards compliance

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NIS2 for manufacturing organizations: 3 steps towards compliance

October 17 is quickly approaching…this is when your organization is expected to comply with the European NIS2 Directive. You might feel you still have time, or that there will be additional delays, but in fact, it’s time to kick start your compliance journey into high gear and ensure your manufacturing organization is up to speed. What is NIS2 directive? Network and Information Security (NIS2) Directive, the new iteration of European Union’s NIS, elevates the stakes even…

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New security superpowers to help IT with OT security

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New security superpowers to help IT with OT security

It all starts here at Cisco Live! Getting a glimpse into new announcements that define the future of networking technology is exhilarating. We provide advanced networking and security solutions that are not only robust and secure but also integral to the success of Industry 4.0. As organizations leverage Industrial IoT, AI, and more and more data, the need for secure, high-performance networks has never been greater. For long, organizations have relied on air gapped networks…

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E80 Group secures its AGVs with Cisco industrial solutions and Italtel system integration

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E80 Group secures its AGVs with Cisco industrial solutions and Italtel system integration

Picture a factory floor. The air hangs heavy, thick with the metallic tang of machinery and the oil that keeps it all turning. Every square foot seems to be utilized. Rows of hulking machines dominate the space. Between them are narrow pathways that workers and machines must navigate. These are the conditions for which E80 Group, an Italian multinational, based in Viano, Italy, builds its autonomous and laser guided vehicles (AGVs and LGVs) that can…

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A Five-Phase Strategy for Embracing Industry 4.0 with Cisco

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A Five-Phase Strategy for Embracing Industry 4.0 with Cisco

Embark on the Industry 4.0 revolution, where AI and ML supercharge automation and data analytics blend with robust cybersecurity and human-machine collaboration. Yet, this future is not without its trials, including elusive OT visibility, outdated systems, and neglected network security. Overcoming these hurdles demands a blend of tech innovation, organizational and process revamping, and skill development. Ready to take on the Fourth Industrial Revolution’s challenges and lead the charge? We focus on essential elements: robust…

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