Technology Consulting, Services and Support for the Manufacturing IndustryFierce global competitors have compelled manufacturers to adopt new technology and evolve their business models.

As a result, IT is everywhere in a modern manufacturing environment, from the machines that perform controlled production work to the external equipment that controls these machines.

Producers must have their operational and business systems aligned to remain functional and profitable in the face of unique challenges – manufacturing or supply chain issues, security or compliance issues, or even everyday logistical challenges.

At OceanCyber, we understand what technology solutions can imply to producers aiming to keep pace with today’s fast-moving market. We also understand that deploying and managing that technology can be problematic with so many shifting pieces. Our in-depth expertise with small to mid-sized manufacturers offers growing companies the tools and experience they want to manage and protect their technology investments.

IT SOLUTIONS TO ADDRESS MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY CHALLENGES

Maintaining Uptime

Maintaining uptime is the age-old IT problem of manufacturing. Downtime (particularly unplanned) can kill revenue margins quickly and create havoc.
A 2021 global research discovered that, on average, medium-to-large-sized plants lose 323 manufacturing hours to downtime annually.
But regardless of a producing facility’s size, the costs to productivity – and the bottom line – build-up:

• Lost income
• Financial penalties
• Idle employees time
• Restarting lines

That’s why the key to maintaining uptime (or lowering downtime) is implementing a robust data backup and disaster recovery solution that forms the foundation for business continuity. OceanCyber helps your business’ continuity with:

• Onsite and offsite daily backups
• Cloud Backups as a second line of protection
• Emergency Response Planning, training and procedures
• Encryption of backed-up files
• Managing Growth and Scalability

Shifting market demands and technological innovations create new challenges, making existing processes and equipment obsolete. However, integrating legacy systems with the latest applications and platforms to enhance manufacturing’s high quality and efficiency can be a considerable challenge, requiring significant fluctuations in resources and human resources and forcing some robust decisions concerning employment and budget issues.

Working with a managed services provider like OceanCyber offers your professional business insight on the best way to optimize your technology resources and skilled support in the design, implementation, and support of any new technology strategy.

Managing Cybersecurity

From data breaches to hacks, manufacturing firms face the genuine potential of significant losses from cyber events. A successful cyberattack on a manufacturer can be devastating: Not only are cash and intellectual property at stake, but a successful takedown of any part of the manufacturing process can halt production – potentially for days.

In addition, the growth of IoT gadgets and networks makes these companies even more vulnerable to attacks. Specialists forecast that the rate of industrial cyberattacks will only increase over the next decade.

IT solutions for manufacturing must offer robust cybersecurity services that can help producers minimize these risks. OceanCyber keeps your business secure with:

• 24/7 security monitoring
• Security administration and remediation offered by a devoted team of cyber specialists
• Layered protection, starting with a security evaluation and providing high availability SOC, SIEM and more
• Access to expert cybersecurity consultants, including Virtual CISO services.

The advent of PCI DSS and other industry regulations has created fixed challenges for healthcare providers regarding technology. The extent of scrutiny on your IT performance and security has never been greater, but meeting these technical obligations might be very complicated.

Staying secure and compliant can seem complex, but we’ve developed cost-effective managed IT solutions that can meet the distinctive needs of your business. So, we’re prepared to assist if you want to move to the cloud, streamline in-house operations, secure your mobile services, or ensure compliance!

Below are just a few of the services we can help you with:

• Regulatory Compliance / HIPAA Assessments
• Secure Data Management and Storage
• Managed Cybersecurity Services
• Network Monitoring and Management
• Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery
• Cloud Migration / Server Virtualization
• Strategic IT Consulting

Technology has become an essential differentiator in the finance and accounting industry. To attract and keep clients and proficient employees, you should provide the sophisticated technology they expect.

But it’s hard to keep on top of and be a professional in all the latest technologies that are accessible. By outsourcing IT, services, financial services firms can gain immediate access to the newest expertise and guidance.

Security is another huge concern for the financial services industry. Data breaches involving financial services firms increased by 480% from 2017 to 2018. Cybercrime now costs the financial services sector more than any other industry, with no end in sight.

When you’re looking for a Managed IT Services Provider who can help you not only with your daily needs but also provide the managed cybersecurity services you can’t function without, contact us and arrange a consultation to find out how we can help.

Managed IT Services for the legal group have changed dramatically over the past few years. An inflow of new technology, a distributed workforce with mobile gadgets and growing cybersecurity concerns have changed the game. As a result, it is no longer sufficient for your Managed Service Provider (MSP) to provide break-fix services!

Cybersecurity and data protection are the most significant concerns for law firms. The high prevalence of attacks requires not solely putting strategic cybersecurity plans in place but complying with state and local bar association regulations. Compounding the security problem is the growth of agile working. The advantages of the cloud and mobile gadgets provide significant benefits but can also improve your security risk if not applied and appropriately managed.
There’s also a dizzying array of the latest technology for law firms. Well thought out, strategic technology plans must be put in place to ensure your agency is working at the highest possible level but with the utmost security.

Listed below are five areas which might be essential elements for profitable legislation firms that your MSP ought to help you with:

• Advanced Cybersecurity Protection
• Compliance with Regulatory Requirements
• Cloud-based Solutions for Agile/Remote Working
• Client-focused Technology that Improves Efficiency
• Strategic IT Planning for Competitive Differentiation

The nonprofit sector tends to function on tight budgets, making the cost of up-to-date technology look prohibitive.
But the effective use of technology can enhance efficiency, mission impact, and sector competitiveness.

Nonprofit organisations are sometimes so focused on their mission that they neglect to take a step back to understand how technology can vastly help them compete for funding for employees and volunteers.

Our technology consultants have years of experience with many nonprofits and associations. Our goal is to become your strategic partner to help with ongoing managed IT services and support, including:

• IT Assessments & Remediation
• Cybersecurity & Data Protection
• Cloud Migration
• Network Management & Monitoring
• Remote Service Desk + Onsite Support
• Product Selection (Hardware & Software)
• IT Strategy (Virtual CIO)

OceanCyber has grown to service more from different industries. We know how tough it is for businesses to keep up with fast-changing technology, not to mention escalating cyber threats.
Through the years, we’ve listened to our client’s needs and have specialised in helping them use technology to develop their organisations and take advantage of industry-specific technology.
This includes helping nonprofits and associations determine the right IT strategy, choose the best technology solutions for their needs and protect their valuable data with ongoing IT services and support.

We routinely deploy Managed IT Services that include the security practices you need to maintain your business secure, productive and efficient, including but not limited to:

• Remote and On-Site Support
• 24/7 Network Monitoring and Administration
• Intrusion Detection and Response
• Advanced Endpoint Protection
• Enterprise Continuity/Disaster Restoration
• IT User Policies
• Security Incident Response Plan
• Microsoft Office 365 Government