Proactive OT Security—Protecting Before The Attack January 27, 2021 Cybersecurity is growing more critical every year. Much of the focus has been on protecting information technology (IT) assets, and operational technology security can be been overlooked. In this episode, Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Michael Rothschild, Senior Director of Marketing for Tenable about what has changed to cause operational technology security to gain a high profile; how OT environments are different from, and similar to IT; what types of attacks are impacting OT environments; what can happen if an OT attack is successful; common methods for detecting OT based attacks; and how proactive security is a powerful strategy for OT security.
Targeting the Skills Gap in Forming and Fabricating July 24, 2020 As in other industries, U.S. forming and fabricating companies are experiencing a critical shortage of skilled labor. In this SME Media podcast, Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Robert Tessier, National Director of Advanced Fabrication Technologies for Airgas about the skills gap in the forming and fabricating industry; changes needed in the education system to fill the need for skilled labor; how automation factors into efforts to reduce the skills gap; and efforts at Airgas to develop workers for manufacturing operations, including a special program for military veterans.
AM Eases Defense Supply Chain Challenges September 25, 2023 Discover how additive manufacturing (AM) is revolutionizing the defense supply chain. Learn how 3D printing is saving costs, enhancing military readiness, and ensuring rapid parts replacement. From the battlefield to maintenance depots, AM is reshaping military logistics and boosting supply chain security.
Boise Cascade Expands Millwork Business with Acquisition of Brockway-Smith Company August 23, 2023 Boise Cascade's strategic acquisition of BROSCO signals a pivotal step in enhancing its millwork business and expanding its influence in the doors and millwork sector.
BioMADE: Catalyzing the Bioindustrial Manufacturing Revolution November 2, 2023 Securing America’s future through biomanufacturing innovation, education and collaboration
Davi Launches Expanded Service and After Sales Support Division November 3, 2023 Enhancements boost productivity and maximize capital equipment investments, the company says.
Navigating Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 February 9, 2023 DoD steps up cyber safety rules for suppliers
As Smart Factory Security Improves… Vigilance is Key February 14, 2023 Proliferation of cyber threats puts manufacturers at risk
Manufactured Disruption: Securing Cyber-Physical Systems February 10, 2023 Manufacturers need to adopt proactive threat modeling for their cyber-physical systems to map the connections between IT and OT.
