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According to a Cisco study, cybersecurity, including OT security, has the highest investment priority, just ahead of AI. However, there is still room for improvement in cooperation between IT and OT. (Graphic: Cisco)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The increasing networking of OT (operational technology) and IT is creating a complex, dynamic environment that is susceptible to cyberattacks. Legacy systems, growing attack surfaces and an overstretched workforce are exacerbating the problem. At the same time, AI as a new technology will further improve the operation of industrial networks. \"Operational technologies, and the industrial network in particular, have become a key differentiator for organizations globally,\" says Vikas Butaney, SVP\/GM, Cisco Networking - SD-WAN, Multicloud and Industrial IoT. \"IT and OT leaders recognize that strengthening their OT security is critical to driving business resilience, improving efficiency and preparing for the next wave of AI innovation.\"<\/p>\n

Cybersecurity regulations in OT \"extremely important\"<\/h3>\n

According to the \"State of Industrial Networking Report\" study by Cisco, 89% of respondents consider compliance with cyber security regulations in OT to be very or extremely important. This shows that CIOs are increasingly aware that the greatest vulnerabilities lie in their operational infrastructure. At the same time, 92 percent of managers recognize the benefits of a uniform cybersecurity solution for OT and IT networks.\u00a0<\/p>\n

However, many companies are still a long way from comprehensive collaboration. For example, 41 percent of respondents report that their OT and IT teams work independently of each other. However, a unified approach can lead to greater cyber security (39 %), more efficiency (32 %) and more monitoring options (29 %). 48% of respondents believe AI is the technological advancement that will have the greatest impact on industrial networks over the next five years. Accordingly, AI will be a high priority for spending on automating tasks, improving network performance and providing predictions. At the same time, 49 percent expect AI to improve network management for IT and OT.<\/p>\n

The most important lessons learned from the study<\/strong><\/h3>\n