Physical Security Systems Are Still Important For Manufacturers

As we move deeper into the 21st century, much of the focus is on cybersecurity and protecting the new digital additions to the industry. While cybersecurity is essential, especially if you rely on networked equipment or practices, it isn't the only form of security that you should be concerned about. Are physical security systems still as important as their digital counterparts? How can you incorporate cybersecurity into your physical security practices?

What Is Classified As Physical Security?

What falls under the mantle of physical security? It includes anything used to protect a plant's physical assets, such as alarms, locked gates and cameras. It also includes the security teams that patrol your physical locations. Depending on the type of product your company manufactures, you might have blast walls designed to protect the interior of your factory or production floor from explosions or collisions. This may not seem like a concern for your particular form of manufacturing, but it is something that you should consider as part of your risk assessment.

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