With chemicals playing a role in 96% of manufactured goods, safeguarding chemical companies against cyber threats is a top priority.1
As digital transformation integrates operational technology (OT) with information technology (IT), chemical companies face increased exposure to sophisticated cyber threats.
Cybersecurity is not just a technical issue, it requires a shift in culture, mindset and awareness of overlooked areas like physical security and supply chain integrity.
Here, Duncan Lugton, Head of Policy and Impact at the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), explores how chemical engineers are uniquely positioned to take the lead in addressing these security challenges.