Operations Technology in an IT world
A Blog by Sam Agee
In OT, is it Work Smarter, Not Harder?
Whoever said, “work smarter, not harder” was wrong. As alarming as that may sound, I don’t mean the opposite, (work harder, not smarter) is right either. In my experience, working smarter is sometimes my hardest work. The difference is that no matter how much harder...
Is Access To Energy Systems Always Complicated?
Often times the connectivity for OT systems is done on a one-off basis to meet the needs of the specific OT initiative. In other words, a custom solution is created for each system or project, however this often results in complex and cumbersome access across a...
A Convergence of Forces in 2022?
Sustainability & Facilities/Operations in 2022 A convergence of forces is driving the need for companies to rethink what sustainability means to their business and facilities operations. From increased regulations for the health and safety of customers and...
Why should OT have an OT network?
Control baby, be the master of your universe! It’s easier than you might think. You need an Operations network. A network designed for the needs of facilities. In other words, the OT network of tomorrow. Access is creativity on steroids - you can do so much more!...
You are a primary hacking target
A lot of us have started tuning out cyber risks Everybody is getting hacked all of the time. Individuals’ have their credit card information stolen, small businesses’ computer systems are coopted for nefarious purposes, schools and hospitals and oil pipelines have...