White Papers

IT/OT convergence creates new opportunities & new risks emerge. This eBook shows how focus on 3 aspects of an holistic security solution enables companies to manage their threats and build more secure systems

In this White Paper, ODVA explain their vision of energy management in the Industrial ecosystem moving from awareness through efficient consumption and into results based transaction

This white paper outlines ODVA's view of cybersecurity in the Industrial Ecosystem and their technical approach to its delivery within an ICS through CIP Security

Deploying physical security using an IP infrastructure enhances manufacturers’ ability to protect people, assets and operations – while providing a scalable platform for improving productivity, OEE (Operating Equipment Effectiveness) and innovation.

As access methods to networks expand, the complexity of managing network access security and controlling unknown risks continues to increase. CPwE Identity Services is a new approach for both the management and security of evolving plants.

Panduit developed the Network Fabric Maturity Model to help manufacturers achieve a unified network fabric. This model outlines four levels of a network fabric – from multiple unmanaged plant floor networks to a fully unified network fabric.

While most companies currently focus on simply connecting machines, devices and other “things,” this whitepaper outlines strategies to help industrial operations capture valuable data and insights that can be pulled from newly connected devices.

ARC Advisory believes that IoT will offer value across multiple industries. Over the next 10 yrs, new innovation will dramatically extend the reach of IoT, enabling early adopters to gain competitive advantage. Read the full paper here.