OT

Operational Technology (OT) in manufacturing uses hardware and software (like PLCs, SCADA, HMIs) to monitor and control physical factory processes, machinery, and infrastructure.

Operational Technology (OT) ensures safety, uptime, and efficiency, distinct from IT’s business focus but increasingly converging with it for smart manufacturing via IIoT for real-time data and optimization. OT manages robots, production lines, and physical devices, focusing on reliability, physical safety, and long lifecycles, often involving older systems that need modern security as they connect to IT networks.