Independent Study Finds That Security Risks Are Slowing IT-OT Convergence

Fortinet has worked with Forrester Consulting for a third time to check in on security trends affecting those who manage and maintain critical infrastructure—including the industrial control systems (ICS) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems that manage everything from factories to refineries to telecommunications infrastructure. The good news is that respondents seem to recognize the need for a more strategic approach, and a few companies have adopted best practices that have enabled them to avoid OT system breaches over the past two or more years. This provides a glimmer of hope for the future as organizations scramble to address emerging threats. Read the full report to explore the four global trends impacting cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.