Outsmarting “Bad Actors”: How Manufacturers Can Secure Their Networks, Protect Assets & Boost Profitability

Canadian manufacturers are under siege—from cyberattacks, unwelcome visitors, and internal shrinkage—driving costs higher at a time when tariffs and global pressures are already squeezing margins. With manufacturing now the single most-targeted sector for cybercrime in Canada, breaches cost an average of $8.39M in 2025, while employee error and theft add further losses.

This session explores how smart security—spanning both networks and premises—can protect your operations and your bottom line. Learn how to strengthen IT/OT infrastructures, leverage industrial IoT, and apply AI-powered analytics for predictive maintenance. You’ll also see how secure connectivity and collaboration tools support digital transformation and create more resilient, agile, and profitable plants.

Takeaways:

1. Understand the Risks: Why Canadian manufacturers are prime targets for cyberattacks and insider threats—and the financial impact on operations.
2. Actionable Safeguards: Practical steps to protect both your plant floor and network with cost-effective, scalable solutions.
3. Build for the Future: How secure IoT, unified IT/OT, and predictive analytics enable smart manufacturing and long-term profitability.