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October 22, 2026
 
 
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A working knowledge is vital in understanding what to do if these connections are compromised.

 

The so-called “safe” approach to updating enterprise-level software and data systems has proven to be more harmful than helpful in many situations. Manufacturing.net editors Jeff Reinke and Anna Wells break down the four biggest risks of taking a conservative approach to upgrading.

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In this new whitepaper recap, IEN Editors David Mantey and Anna Wells help manufacturing SMBs understand where their priorities should lie when assessing the best path towards a digital transformation win.

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AI is reshaping cybersecurity in two directions simultaneously.

 

As more files, devices, suppliers, and OT data flows become connected, cyber risk expands in an industry already targeted more than any other. Learn how to protect critical operations in the age of AI.

 
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Known as php2shell, these vulnerabilities allow for unauthenticated remote code execution for web requests...

 

Our latest video podcast answers the questions holding businesses like yours back: Where does AI deliver the most value? Which applications carry the highest – and lowest – risk? And what will it really cost?

 
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The question isn't whether manufacturers have info, but how quickly they can turn it into action.

 
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Scott podcast episode 290 featuring vintage car manufacturing, sponsored by Siemens

Also on the podcast, cyberattacks spoil food at supermarkets, invisible tattoos can be 'turned on' and...

 
 
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