PONDICHERRY MARITIME ACADEMY

How do IT and OT Cyber security Differ? Operational technology (OT) is hardware and software that detects or causes a change through the direct monitoring and control of industrial equipment, assets, processes, and events. In contrast, information technology covers the entire spectrum of technologies for information processing, including software, hardware, communications technologies, and related services related services. Before we delve into the cyber security challenges affecting the maritime industry, let’s take a step back and examine some of the differences between IT and OT systems. Some of the differences in system requirements include: Differences in System Requirements IT System Requirements OT System Requirements Performance Non-real-time Response must be consistent Less critical emergency interaction Tightly restricted access control can be implemented to the degree necessary for security Real-time Response

  You can’t manage what you don’t measure. For ship managers who want to keep a close eye on their fleet, the internet of things (IoT) is a dream come true. Maritime IoT devices increase engine efficiency, decrease maintenance costs, and reduce the frequency and severity of breakdowns. For the crew on board, IoT cuts down on administrative tasks, allowing them to focus on their core tasks. In simple terms, the internet of things connects physical objects to a network. Ashore, IoT devices can include smart light bulbs, moisture sensors to water your plants, and a growing range of health-tracking gadgets. IoT blurs the line between physical and digital objects by connecting the physical and digital worlds. By providing a continuous stream of data, IoT unlocks the power of  big data ,  artificial intelligence  (AI) and machine learning (ML). How can IoT improve ship management? The strength of IoT isn’t in the sensors and the network, but in the data they provide. Ship managers can use ML