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Unmatched data security and detailed analytics for reliable PLC system management and protection
In the IT world, frequent data backups are essential for data integrity and access. In the manufacturing sector, however, backups of PLC programs are often not done until post-installation, which excludes capturing any later changes in the programming. This oversight could lead to several potential issues:
Real-world examples demonstrate the severity of the issue.
While performing routine maintenance on a production facility, an accidental change was made to the automation software of a PLC, which remained undetected for weeks. This oversight resulted in several million liters of flawed products being produced and shipped. The problem was only realized after the products were in circulation, necessitating a significant and publicized recall.
To prevent such incidents, production supervisors must always be informed about WHO changed WHAT assets, WHERE, WHEN, and WHY.
octoplant serves as an innovative solution in managing and safeguarding PLC systems. It effectively protects vital production data, identifies potential security gaps, and enables detailed comparisons of different versions. A vital part of octoplant is its automated backups, which come with numerous benefits:
Automated backups facilitate rapid and straightforward system recovery in the event of a failure.
Automated backups can be scheduled to occur on a regular basis, such as daily, weekly, or monthly, or they can be initiated by setting a specific trigger.
Automated backups save time by offloading manual work from operational technology teams, allowing them to dedicate attention to other important tasks.
For data security, having a recent backup is essential for recovering from a cyber attack.
An international automobile manufacturer works with about 20 external service providers for daily deliveries of PLC programs on USBs, which complicates coordination and adds complexity to program monitoring and integration. Ensuring transparency and control over these changes is essential to preserving PLC system stability and security. octoplant provides production managers with complete control, allowing them to closely monitor changes by external providers and make well-informed decisions about incorporating specific changes into the production line.
octoplant simplifies the comparison of different versions and states by offering intuitive change detection and analysis. Its version comparison tool, SmartCompare, is suitable for a wide range of uses:
octoplant provides a user-friendly platform for managing and securing PLC systems, including well-known brands such as Siemens, Schneider Electric, ABB, and Rockwell Automation. Additionally, octoplant supports a variety of other systems, such as robots, HMI devices, CNC machines, SCADA systems, and workstations.