Author: Paul Viorel

As manufacturing becomes more digitized and interconnected, the rise of cyberattacks targeting smart factories, industrial control systems (ICS), and operational technology (OT) has posed significant challenges for businesses worldwide. In recent years, ransomware attacks have become a prominent tool for

The journey toward smart manufacturing is often seen as a daunting and expensive endeavor, especially for smaller organizations. Paul Rogers, President and CEO of Americas and Asia-Pacific at Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, offers a fresh perspective on how businesses of all

Rethinking Value in Manufacturing Digital transformation in manufacturing is no longer just about optimizing efficiency or cutting costs—it’s also about unlocking new revenue opportunities. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies like IoT, AI, and cloud computing, manufacturers are moving beyond traditional production models

Introduction In today’s fast-paced manufacturing world, the days of making important decisions based only on guessing are over. Companies are streamlining operations by adopting data-driven strategies and real-time information to maintain an advantage in an increasingly competitive environment. This change is

Beyond Automation—A Partnership Between Digital Twins and People Digital twins are often heralded as the ultimate tool for automation and operational efficiency, but their true transformative power lies in how they empower people to make better decisions, solve complex problems, and reduce unnecessary

The fourth industrial revolution is transforming the manufacturing landscape, introducing advanced technologies like real-time Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platforms. These tools have the potential to revolutionize operations, but their success hinges on more than technical capability—it depends on the

As industrial environments become increasingly digitized, organizations integrate a wide range of connected devices and Operational Technology (OT) systems. This digital evolution enables more efficient manufacturing, smarter energy distribution, and streamlined facility management. However, it also creates new cyber risks.

In today’s digital age, connectivity is the backbone of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) systems, enabling real-time data sharing, remote monitoring, and predictive maintenance. However, industries operating in remote or challenging environments, such as offshore energy operations, face unique connectivity

While 2023 marked the world’s formal introduction to AI with the debut of ChatGPT, 2024 was defined by the exploration of its limitless potential and capabilities, as many early adopters dove in headfirst. Now, as we head into 2025, AI