ARIA Cybersecurity Brings Breakthrough Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Solution to Rockwell Automation Partner Ecosystem
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Rockwell Automation's integration of ARIA Cybersecurity's AZT PROTECT into its Technology PartnerNetwork signifies a strategic move to fortify operational technology (OT) against escalating cyber threats. This partnership is particularly relevant in light of increasing cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure, which can lead to substantial financial losses and jeopardize public safety.
From a cybersecurity perspective, the deployment of AZT PROTECT across Rockwell's customer base could lead to a reduction in the risk profile for companies in sensitive industries. Given that AZT PROTECT is tailored to OT environments, it offers a specialized defense mechanism against zero-day and supply chain attacks, which are notoriously difficult to predict and prevent. The AI-driven nature of the solution implies a continuous learning and adaptation process, potentially offering a more robust security posture over time.
The financial implications for both CSPi and Rockwell Automation could be significant. As threats evolve, there is a growing demand for advanced cybersecurity solutions. CSPi's stock may see an uptick in investor interest as the market evaluates the potential revenue growth from this partnership. Conversely, for Rockwell Automation, the enhanced security offering may serve as a competitive advantage, potentially increasing customer retention and attracting new clients concerned with cybersecurity.
The integration of ARIA Cybersecurity's solution into Rockwell Automation's ecosystem represents a forward-thinking approach to OT security. In an era where industrial systems are increasingly interconnected and exposed to cyber threats, a robust security framework is not just a technical requirement but a business imperative.
For industries that rely heavily on automation, such as pharmaceuticals and energy, the cost of operational downtime due to cyber-attacks can be astronomical. By proactively addressing these vulnerabilities, Rockwell Automation is not only enhancing its product value but also aligning with broader industry trends towards Industry 4.0, which emphasizes resilience and security in smart manufacturing.
The strategic partnership may also streamline project implementation and supply chain management for Rockwell's customers, by offering a more integrated and secure solution. This could lead to operational efficiencies and cost savings in the long term, as well as a stronger trust in the Rockwell brand.
The announcement of ARIA Cybersecurity joining Rockwell Automation's PartnerNetwork as a Technology Partner is a significant development for investors monitoring the cybersecurity and industrial automation sectors. This partnership could potentially open up new revenue streams for ARIA Cybersecurity through Rockwell's extensive customer network.
Investors should monitor the adoption rate of AZT PROTECT among Rockwell's customers as an indicator of CSPi's financial performance. The market for OT cybersecurity is rapidly expanding and CSPi's positioning within Rockwell's ecosystem could capture a sizeable market share. Additionally, Rockwell Automation's endorsement of AZT PROTECT as a market-leading solution may serve as a strong signal to the market, possibly affecting the company's valuation and stock performance.
Long-term benefits for Rockwell Automation include not only the immediate enhancement of their cybersecurity offerings but also the potential to set industry standards for OT security, which could influence future regulatory frameworks and industry practices.
ARIA Cybersecurity becomes Rockwell Automation Technology Partner
BOSTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / March 21, 2024 / ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions, a CSPi business (NASDAQ:CSPi), has joined Rockwell Automation's PartnerNetwork™ as a Technology Partner. Through PartnerNetworkTM, customers can quickly locate complementary products that best solve application challenges. AZT PROTECT™is a breakthrough solution for protecting operational technology (OT) environments, extending and enhancing Rockwell Automation offerings.
Technology Partners collaborate with Rockwell to deliver solutions within the Partner Ecosystem. These collaborations help streamline supply chains, simplify project implementation, and provide the best value for investments in automation technology.
The agreement means Rockwell Automation customers can now take advantage of ARIA Cybersecurity's AZT PROTECT. This award-winning advanced AI-driven endpoint protection solution protects devices running critical applications in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, transportation, energy, utilities, and smart manufacturing.
AZT PROTECT is custom-built for OT environments, providing protection against the most advanced zero-day and supply chain attacks without the need for constant security patching. It reduces application vulnerability exploits to near zero by neutralizing threats in real time before they cause harm.
"Companies that operate critical infrastructure are being targeted by a new wave of sophisticated cybercrime, creating an urgent need for a solution that addresses the unique challenges of OT environments," says Gary Southwell, General Manager of ARIA Cybersecurity. "By joining the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetworkTM ARIA Cybersecurity is able to bring best-in-class OT cybersecurity protection to the Rockwell ecosystem, helping customers understand the benefits of deploying AZT PROTECT to protect their critical assets, revenue, and reputation."
"Our PartnerNetworkTM is based on bringing the best products and services in industrial automation into a single ecosystem, introducing our customers to partner solutions that complement Rockwell Automation offerings and help them better address their business challenges," says Axel Rodriguez, Global Lead of Cybersecurity Partnerships at Rockwell Automation. "ARIA Cybersecurity's AZT PROTECT is a market-leading addition to our ecosystem, meeting the urgent need to protect industrial automation applications from dangerous new forms of cyber-attacks."
ABOUT ARIA CYBERSECURITY SOLUTIONS
ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions, a business of CSP Inc., recognizes that better, stronger, more effective cybersecurity starts with a smarter approach. Our solutions provide new ways for organizations to protect their most critical assets-they can shield their critical applications from attack with our AZT solution, while monitoring internal traffic, device-level logs and alert output with our ARIA ADR solution to substantially improve threat detection and surgically disrupt cyberattacks and data exfiltration. Customers in a range of industries rely on our solutions to accelerate incident response, automate breach detection, and protect their most critical assets and applications-no matter where they are stored, used, or accessed. Learn more at ARIACybersecurity.com
About the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork
Rockwell Automation believes we're better together-and we do our part by delivering an expansive, global partner ecosystem of market-leading technology, superior support and services, and an integrated and streamlined approach to business. Succeed on an international scale by utilizing our network's breadth of innovative technologies and services that no single vendor can provide alone. To learn more about how the PartnerNetwork is helping to deliver the value of The Connected Enterprise, visit PartnerNetwork Program.
CONTACT:
Gary Southwell
ARIA Cybersecurity Media Contact
info@ariacybersecurity.com
SOURCE: CSP Inc.
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