Strengthening Operational Technology Security in Electric Utilities

As operational technology (OT) equipment becomes increasingly interconnected and electric utilities embrace digital transformation, the need for robust software supply chain security is crucial for ensuring the stability and reliability of the power grid.

The threat to public safety and national security is real. According to Gartner, “by 2025, 45% of organizations worldwide will have experienced attacks on their software supply chains, a three-fold increase from 2021.”