February 2026
Digital Technologies
Secure the future of process automation through IT/OT convergence
In the processing industries, operational technology (OT) systems that control and automate physical industrial operations have traditionally been isolated from information technology (IT) systems that manage data and enterprise-level functions. This separation was largely driven by cybersecurity concerns, leading to strict controls on OT networks and limiting their ability to connect with broader IT infrastructure.
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The Author
M. Davis - Valmet, Owings Mills, Maryland (U.S.)
Mike Davis is a Senior Manager, Product Management, Automation Solutions for Valmet Inc. in Owings Mills, Maryland (U.S.). Valmet is a leading worldwide provider of process technologies, automation systems and services with > 220 yrs of experience in the industrial sector.
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