Rockwell Automation Improves Visibility into OT Environment Vulnerabilities with OT Penetration Testing
Penetration testing is the process of launching a real-world cyberattack simulation to assess and improve vulnerabilities and weaknesses in operational technology (OT) system security. Rockwell Automation cybersecurity specialists are well trained in the use of the same tools and systems used by threat actors. To identify vulnerabilities, a threat is intentionally launched on an organization to attempt to access computer systems, applications, networks, and other vital assets.
By purposefully and strategically infiltrating the network, Rockwell Automation is able to benchmark the organization’s current risk profile, assess potential impact, prioritize risk, and recommend remediation measures to address identified vulnerabilities.
Penetration testing is only one piece of the cybersecurity puzzle, enabling customers to identify security gaps and align with industry standards. The comprehensive Rockwell Automation portfolio of cybersecurity services aligned with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cybersecurity framework, can support customers across the entire attack continuum with a successful, proactive, cybersecurity strategy.
Learn more about Rockwell Automation OT penetration testing services and how to fill the gaps in existing cybersecurity strategies.
Rockwell Automation Allows for Seamless Design in the Cloud with Digital Engineering Software, FactoryTalk Twin Studio
FactoryTalk Twin Studio is an end-to-end automation design solution where users can design, program, simulate, emulate, and virtually commission in one cloud environment, making it easier than ever to collaborate on a common model and refine designs. On-demand digital design software enables a simpler, more efficient way to work from any web browser with software that is always up to date and flexibly scales users and compute capacity to meet project workload demands. The result is better designs that are developed quicker.
Be more productive with cloud digital engineering:
- Deliver projects faster: Collaborate on projects from anywhere to improve designs and develop projects faster than ever before.
- Amplify value: Build, test and commission your machines virtually to confirm that they meet your needs before committing to a design.
- Save time and money: Remotely deploy updates and troubleshoot problems from anywhere using your web browser.
- Work Better Together: Enable your workforce with the tools that they need and quickly scale your teams as your needs grow.
FactoryTalk Twin Studio is one of the five core solutions in FactoryTalk® Design Hub™. Industrial organizations can now transform their automation design capabilities with a more simplified, productive way to work powered by the cloud. Teams of all sizes, skillsets and locations can work smarter through enhanced collaboration, improved lifecycle management and on-demand access to cloud-based software all while adhering to the latest security standards and information technology (IT) best practices. The result is increased design productivity, faster time to market and systems that cost less to build and maintain.
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Supercharge Your Response Time and Support with FactoryTalk Remote Access Solutions from Rockwell Automation
FactoryTalk® Remote Access™ enables secure connections to equipment, allowing teams to respond to needs faster and more rapidly resolve production issues from anywhere. FactoryTalk Remote Access quickly connects domain experts to critical issues, no matter the physical location of either. It helps with increasing support response time and reducing the costs associated with travel and asset downtime.
FactoryTalk Remote Access is one of the five core solutions to FactoryTalk® Design Hub™, which improves the development and deployment of automation projects for industrial organizations. FactoryTalk Design Hub helps with adhering to the latest security standards and information technology best practices. It also enables teams to access designs on demand from any web browser with software that is always up to date and flexibly scales users and compute capacity to meet project workload demands.
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Rockwell Automation Improves Operational Agility with New On-Machine Distributed I/O Solution
ArmorBlock 5000™ On-Machine™ I/O blocks help manufacturers improve automation efficiency and connectivity, enabling smarter machines to deliver better enterprise performance.
Rockwell Automation announced the release of its new Allen‑Bradley® ArmorBlock 5000™ I/O blocks. Integrated with IO-Link technology, the distributed I/O solution offers smart capabilities that can help industrial manufacturers improve operational productivity with minimal cost.
Manufacturers can deploy and maintain smart automation more efficiently with the ArmorBlock 5000 I/O solution. With the highly integrated IO-Link capabilities, machine design complexity is reduced through simpler device configuration and better integration with Allen‑Bradley controllers. Users can speed up project development with the common tag structure and configuration workflows in the intuitive Studio 5000 Logix Designer® environment.
Optimized for On-Machine use, the high-performance ArmorBlock 5000 I/O blocks enable quicker installation, commissioning and troubleshooting, which will reduce downtime. The I/O blocks can operate in a wide range of temperatures and offer up to IP69K protection for high-speed applications in harsh environments. Plus, the blocks are available in three industry-standard power variants to meet different regional needs.
The IO-Link master blocks are the first released product from the ArmorBlock 5000 I/O portfolio. These scalable blocks provide a high degree of flexibility with up to eight IO-Link channels that includes four IO-Link Class A and four Class B ports. The ability to control high current devices and improve connectivity can help drive machine performance and productivity.
More offerings will be released in future to complement the ArmorBlock 5000 I/O solution. The upcoming configurable I/O blocks will deliver smart capabilities such as sequence of events (SOE), scheduled output, input timestamping, event trigger, and more.
“With the increasingly complex manufacturing landscape, our customers are challenged to improve operational resilience while maintaining efficiency. Smarter technology is a key enabler for better enterprise visibility, leading to timely data-driven decisions,” says Sean Homan, business director, Asia Pacific Business Center, Rockwell Automation. “ArmorBlock 5000 I/O is the result of our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. With its distributed monitoring and control, and highly integrated IO-Link capabilities, this On-Machine I/O solution can drive production agility for industrial automation.”
For more information on Allen‑Bradley ArmorBlock 5000 I/O solution, please click here or contact your local distributor or Rockwell Automation sales representative.
