Emerson and Nozomi Networks continue to capitalise on their combined software and operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) prowess to respond to the need for enhanced cybersecurity in the power and water industries.
This follows news that the software and OT giants are extending their current agreement, which will see Emerson offer Nozomi Networks’ advanced solutions for industrial control system cyber resiliency, alongside providing immediate operational visibility to Emerson’s Ovation Automation Platform customers worldwide.
The extended agreement demonstrates the value of fusing Nozomi Networks’ OT and IoT expertise with Emerson’s industry experience to offer cybersecurity measures for water and power sectors and subsequently slash the chance of disruptions and process anomalies.
Nozomi Networks senior vice president of global business development Chet Namboodri confirms Emerson’s and Nozomi Network’s ongoing pledge to devise and deliver trusted cybersecurity solutions for modern automation processes.
“Power, renewable and water customers rely on Emerson for its innovative technologies and solutions,” he says. “This new agreement strengthens our joint commitment to help protect critical infrastructure around the world.”
Responsive to new innovations
Emerson’s director of cybersecurity and shared services for power and water businesses Emily Thomas says the company is proud to facilitate customer access to OT network visibility, security and asset intelligence with Nozomi Networks’ advanced software.
“Nozomi’s advanced software integrates seamlessly with our industry-leading Ovation Automation Platform and purpose-built Power and Water Cybersecurity suite of solutions,” says Thomas.
“Together, we will deliver industrial process expertise, superior solutions and a proven track record of serving our customers.”
Emerson’s Ovation Software is found across thousands of renewable, power and water plants worldwide and functions as a dependable automation platform responsive and reactive to evolving technologies. The software primarily maximises plant performance and efficiency by relying on an easy-to-operate intelligent control system.
Proactively monitoring threats
Nozomi Networks’ OT and IoT threat and anomaly detection – married with the Ovation Automation Platform – allows customers to remain cognisant of cyber threats and proactively respond before process controls are affected.
Additionally, vulnerability assessment tools equip customers with the knowledge systems and skills to recognise the OT devices susceptible to exploitation in cyberattacks.
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