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    The implementation of robust authentication & authorization mechanisms is a fundamental step in protecting iacs from potential cyber threats and is integral to the overall cybersecurity strategy outlined by the iec 62443 standards.
    Wireless

    IEC 62443 and zero trust

    Ian Verhappen
    There’s a fundamental shift in security philosophy that requires a change in mindset
    Blue and purple dots lines. Digital, communication, science, networks.
    Wireless

    Want wireless with that?

    Several crucial tasks must still be completed to deploy wireless effectively
    Rear view of an athlete starting his sprint on an all-weather running track
    Wireless

    How much, how fast, how far?

    Jim Montague
    Available wireless standards and formats offer a range of ranges, power levels and data-throughout speeds
    Source: Town of Florence
    When Florence, Ariz., upgraded the SCADA system for its water-distribution operations, system integrator Ripple Industries helped it replace some wireless links with in-ground cabling, gathered all its I/Os onto their own Ethernet network with managed switches, and used separate NIC where possible. Source: Town of Florence
    Wireless

    Security isn’t a side dish

    Jim Montague
    System integrator Ripple Industries shows how it revamped the SCADA system for water-distribution in Florence, Ariz.
    Civil or construction engineer using a survey camera
    Wireless

    Site surveys still essential

    Jim Montague
    System integrator Malisko Engineering demonstrates how assessments enable successful network designs
    Podcasts

    Exploring wireless advances in industrial process

    Control Amplified
    A Control Amplified podcast with Ian Verhappen, wireless technology expert and Control contributing editor
    Advantech
    Wireless

    Wireless, LoRaWAN sensors for environmental monitoring

    Advantech
    EVA-2000 wireless sensors use long-range, wide area networking (LoRaWAN) for long-range data transmission. They combine power efficiency, and include sensor models that detect...
    Wireless

    The benefits of the extra “I”

    Ian Verhappen
    Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) devices are critical to operations, so what provides the right stuff?
    Wireless

    IoT proliferation implications

    Ian Verhappen
    Multiplying IoT devices require more bandwidth, security and scalability
    Wireless

    The clash of safety and security

    Ian Verhappen
    There are many similarities between safety and security in control systems, but what should you do when conflicts emerge?
    Wireless

    Growing pains of industrial networks

    Ian Verhappen
    More powerful networks mean cybersecurity vulnerabilities must be minimized
    Wireless

    Impact of everywhere HMI

    Ian Verhappen
    Context is critical for process information, so mobile displays must handle the job