Prevent production downtime — OT security and NIS2 compliance
OT/IT security for industry
IT/OT integration, Industry 4.0, KRITIS (critical infrastructure) protection, secure production networks, and NIS2 compliance for manufacturers.
Anonymized reference caseIndustrial supplier (metalworking) · Rhine-Main region, 260 employees+
Starting point
Flat network between office and production floor, no OT monitoring, NIS2 applicability unclear.
Solution & result
OT/IT segmentation according to IEC 62443, 24/7 SIEM with OT sensors, NIS2 gap analysis and implementation including emergency plan.
NIS2-compliant with documented management liability protection, attack surface drastically reduced, 0 security-related shutdowns.
Connected production is efficient — and an open door when OT security is missing
- PLC/SCADA systems are rarely patched and often connected flat to the office network — one click is enough to stop production
- Since 2024, NIS2 has placed personal obligations on many manufacturers — management is liable
- A production outage caused by a cyberattack often costs more per day than the entire security setup
Segmented, monitored production networks with demonstrable NIS2 compliance
- Strict OT/IT segmentation according to IEC 62443 — an office incident no longer reaches production
- 24/7 SIEM monitoring with OT anomaly detection — suspicious behavior is detected before it escalates
- NIS2-compliant implementation including risk management, emergency plan, and evidence documentation for liability protection
Industry-specific challenges
What makes IT especially demanding in Manufacturing & Industry
OT meets IT
Machine controls (PLC/SCADA) were never built for network security — and are now networked and vulnerable.
NIS2 obligation since 2024
Many manufacturers now fall under NIS2 for the first time — with personal liability for management.
Downtime = lost revenue
Every hour of production downtime costs five to six figures — a security incident is existential.
Old machines, long life cycles
Equipment runs for 15–20 years on systems that are no longer patched — and still has to be secured.
We knew our networked machines were a risk — but not how to fix it. Clouderio cleanly separated OT and IT and made us NIS2-compliant.
Matching services
Our solutions for Manufacturing & Industry
SIEM & 24/7 Monitoring
Round-the-clock security monitoring
Network & Infrastructure
Secure and scalable IT infrastructure
IT Security Audit
Find vulnerabilities before attackers do
NIS2 Compliance
Meet your NIS2 obligations — without the stress
Penetration Testing (Pentest)
Ethical hacking for maximum security
Cybersecurity Services
Holistic cyber protection from a single provider
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Manufacturing & Industry at a glance.
01Do we fall under NIS2?+
Many manufacturers with 50 or more employees or €10 million in revenue in affected sectors now fall under NIS2. In a free gap analysis, we give you a definitive answer on whether you are affected.
02Do we have to replace our machines?+
No. Even old, unpatchable PLC/SCADA systems can be effectively secured through network segmentation and monitoring — without touching the controls.
03Will the security measures disrupt ongoing production?+
No. Segmentation and monitoring are introduced without downtime in coordinated windows — production keeps running in the meantime.
04Does this also protect management from liability?+
NIS2 provides for personal accountability at management level. Our implementation includes risk management, an emergency plan, and evidence documentation — the foundation of your liability protection.
IT consulting for Manufacturing & Industry — no obligation
We know the requirements of your industry. In a free initial consultation, we analyze your situation and show you exactly which solution makes sense for your business — with a binding quote within 5 business days.