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The wave of smart manufacturing is sweeping across the industry, bringing with it a seismic shift that is characterized by hyper-connectivity, relentless automation and unprecedented data-driven precision. However, manufacturing plants and factories are not just filled with machines; they're teeming with thousands of non-human identities (NHIs) from robotic arms and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to IoT and IIoT sensors seamlessly integrated through the production lines. While they drive operational efficiency, they also represent a rapidly expanding and often invisible attack service.

Xalient announces the appointment of Andrew Critchley as Head of UK Identity Practice and Global Identity Managed Services. Andrew is a recognized IAM Subject Matter Expert with a strong track record in developing and scaling identity services across global enterprises.

A silent and significant shift is occurring in the security foundation of the modern enterprise. It's not a new malware strain or a novel zero-day exploit, it is the digital certificate that so many organizations have relied on for decades as a critical element of trust and security in digital communications.

Retailers have been hit by a wave of cyberattacks in recent months, with hacker groups targeting major household brands. These attacks have resulted in severe consequences, including payment system failures, website outages, and customer data breaches, with some retailers losing millions in revenues.

The latest release from Arctic Wolf Labs is now out, summarizing responses from 1200 IT and security decision makers worldwide, into The Arctic Wolf State of Cybersecurity: 2025 Trends Report. The research looks at the major trends in threats, mitigation and readiness and as ever, has some interesting findings.

Xalient is attending CyberSec Europe, a leading cybersecurity event where IT leaders, privacy officers, and security professionals gather to explore cutting-edge solutions, industry trends and digital resilience strategies. This event takes place between 21st and 22nd May at the Brussels Exhibition Centre in Belgium. With deep expertise in identity, networking and cybersecurity, Xalient will exhibit at the event, with its Field CTO for EMEA taking the stage as a speaker.

Digital Twins, virtual replicas of physical objects, systems, or processes, have been steadily gaining traction in the technology sector, particularly in networking and security. These sophisticated models have the potential to revolutionize network management and cybersecurity by offering a dynamic, real-time, and comprehensive approach to managing, optimizing, and securing complex systems. McKinsey & Company underscores that Digital Twins have become indispensable business tools for leading companies and are poised to become pivotal in optimizing processes and decision-making across every industry.

Maintaining robust network security in today's threat climate is a challenge. Adhering to best practices is just as difficult. However, both are necessary to ensure that organizations can continue running efficiently and securely with minimal interruption or downtime to the network.

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, taking control of your cybersecurity strategy is more crucial than ever. Yet, many organizations find themselves at a loss, unsure of where to begin. However, there are a few practical tips that can help companies to navigate this complex terrain.