Milouni Sheth and Jeff Foley with Siemens
Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Milouni Sheth and Jeff Foley with Siemens about “RUGGEDCOM and securing utility assets.
Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast from Distribute Tech in Dallas, Texas, featuring Jeff and Milouni from Siemens. They discuss the evolution of utility challenges, such as increased costs and digitalization, and the role of technology in addressing these issues. Jeff, with 24 years at Siemens, focuses on cybersecurity for critical infrastructures, while Milouni, with over 20 years in marketing, emphasizes the importance of secure, reliable, and redundant communication solutions. They highlight Siemens’ efforts in digital substations, use cases, and AI integration to enhance efficiency and security. The conversation underscores the need for continuous innovation and collaboration in the utility sector.
Ariadna Broquetas and Toni Serrano with Seven Sector Technologies
Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Ariadna Broquetas and Toni Serrano with Seven Sector Technologies about “Making cybersecurity work for you”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, featuring Toni and Addie from Seven Sector Technologies at the IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona. Toni, a cybersecurity expert, and Addie, a marketing professional, discuss their product, XDR net, which provides active defense against cyberattacks. XDR net is a hardware device that monitors and blocks potential threats on local networks. It can handle up to 500 devices per unit and is easy to set up. They also mention the implementation of digital twins to enhance security. Toni and Addie emphasize the importance of cybersecurity in today’s digital landscape and invite listeners to connect with them on LinkedIn for more information.
Laia Garcia Padro with Ackcent Cybersecurity
Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Laia Garcia Padro, Security Awareness Manager at Ackcent Cybersecurity about “The human solution to cybersecurity”.
Scott MacKenzie announces a webinar on adapting to new China tariffs in manufacturing, featuring Eric Millinger and Jorge Filio. The podcast, hosted by Scott, features Laia Garcia Padro with Ackcent discussing cybersecurity, emphasizing the human element in security. Laia, from Barcelona, explains that 90% of cyber incidents involve human error, advocating for early security integration and continuous education. She highlights the importance of unique passwords, password managers, and a security-conscious culture within organizations. Laia also mentions Ackcent’s services, including auditing, monitoring, and response teams, and stresses the need for readiness against evolving cyber threats.
Giuseppe Serio with Upstream Security
Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Giuseppe Serio, Vice President at Upstream Security about “Active cybersecurity visibility into your connected assets!”.
Scott MacKenzie and Giuseppe from Upstream Security discussed the critical importance of cybersecurity in the rapidly evolving field of autonomous vehicles. Giuseppe highlighted that modern vehicles, with up to 100 million lines of code, are incredibly complex and vulnerable to cyber attacks. He emphasized the need for proactive measures, such as secure-by-design principles, continuous monitoring, and resilient systems. Giuseppe also stressed the importance of education and awareness among consumers and professionals. The conversation underscored the necessity of integrating cybersecurity from the outset of connected technologies to ensure safety and security.
Bill Johnson with TDI Technologies
Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech and talking to Bill Johnson, President and CEO of TDi Technologies about “Protecting your connected assets with Console Works”.
Scott MacKenzie and Bill Johnson discussed the challenges of remote access in industrial environments, particularly in terms of cybersecurity. Bill explained how his company’s product, Console Works, provides secure remote access to assets while controlling who can access them. Scott emphasized the importance of separating insiders and vendors, and Bill highlighted the need to validate users and keep the platform free of viruses and malware. The speakers also discussed the importance of directly connecting to industrial control systems for security and accuracy, and the need for zero trust foundations in critical infrastructure security. They stressed the value of validating information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and security.
