Safeguarding Operations: The Crucial Role of Disaster Recovery Plans for Plant Floor Control Systems
Plant floor control systems serve as the backbone for efficient and streamlined operations in both the critical infrastructure and manufacturing sectors. These systems play a pivotal role in maintaining production continuity, serving plant utilities, and even providing hot water, heat, and air conditioning to offices and hotel guests. However, the increasing reliance on digital technologies exposes manufacturing facilities and plants to a range of potential threats, from cyberattacks to equipment failures and natural disasters. To mitigate the consequences and ensure business resilience, a comprehensive Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) is critical. DRP goes beyond mere backup configurations and includes a strategic approach to safeguarding plant floor control systems.