In 2021, the solar energy market was worth $85.1 billion, and it is expected to reach $255.3 billion by 2028. The rapid growth of this critical infrastructure may invite an increase in cyber threats and subsequent financial and reputational risks across this sector, with cybercriminals becoming increasingly advanced and capable of causing harm to systems. Currently, however,
Convergint and product partners recently came together to attend the Midwest Transmission Conference in Minot, North Dakota. This four-day event provided opportunities to network with a variety of Electric Cooperatives from around the Midwest. The Convergint Utilities team connected with Midwest Electric Cooperative leaders to explore mitigating risk at power generation and transmission stations,
The utilities industry has been subject to a rise in security threats, specifically an increase in theft of items such as copper wire. Unmonitored remote locations are more at risk for copper theft and sabotage, therefore it is crucial to protect the perimeters and assets of these locations. Therefore, companies in the utilities industry
The need for cybersecurity in water treatment plants is on the rise with the number of attacks drastically increasing. The security of these plants is crucial to the local infrastructure, ensuring residents have ongoing access to safe, clean water. In 2021, three US water treatment plants were hit with ransomware attacks, disrupting the plant's
The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently appointed Steve Sinclair as Steering Committee Member and Security Practitioner Subcommittee Chair. SIA created the Utilities Advisory Board to offer insight and education to security practitioners, members of the security industry, and other stakeholders about emerging security trends, regulatory compliance issues, and recommended practices for protecting utility infrastructure.
Operating in the utilities industry can be arduous, from ensuring security operations are meeting industry regulations to finding ways to automate operational tasks and better respond to security incidents to increase operational efficiencies. The industry requires technology that can manage operations under a single, unified platform in order to respond effectively to incidents and
Convergint provides strategic guidance, methodical program implementation, and comprehensive solutions focused on optimizing security and driving operational efficiencies for the utilities sector. Given its deep understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and other industry hurdles, Convergint deploys a layered design to ensure maximum performance and functionality. When it comes
The utilities industry has seen a recent increase in the theft of copper wire. The stolen or damaged wires cause strain on telecommunications infrastructure by disabling various services to landlines, internet, businesses, and emergency dispatching services. With the uptick in copper wire theft, it is crucial to protect the perimeters and assets of critical
Presented by Convergint Join Convergint and The Colorado Association of Municipal Utilities (CAMU) at the upcoming 2022 CAMU Conference located at the Viewline Resort Snowmass in Colorado on July 6th – 7th, 2022. Convergint will exhibit on the second day of this event, July 7th at 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM MT. As
Drones pose a significant threat to electrical utility infrastructure by enabling nefarious actors to damage critical equipment and disrupt the power grid. Convergint provides drone detection solutions for the utility industry that detect, classify, locate, and track both drone and pilot simultaneously, delivering an early warning to security teams to respond quickly and effectively
