Methodology
The findings of this research are grounded in a large survey conducted jointly by TXOne Networks and Frost & Sullivan, encompassing input from 150 OT cybersecurity decision-makers across Europe, Asia, North America, and the Middle East. The survey was meticulously designed to query senior executives at the C-level, ensuring that its insights reflect the latest trends and challenges in OT cybersecurity from a global perspective.
By focusing on multinational, multi-industry, and large-enterprise decision-makers, the study offers robust and representative data, delivering actionable insights into the evolving threat landscape. The methodology provides a critical foundation for crafting effective OT cybersecurity strategies tailored to the needs of large industrial organizations.
Roles and Responsibilities
The survey exclusively targeted professionals directly responsible for OT cybersecurity management within their organizations, guaranteeing the reliability and relevance of the data.
These leaders represent the driving force behind the design and implementation of robust cybersecurity strategies, working collaboratively to safeguard critical infrastructure.
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
Chief Security Officers (CSOs)
Chief Information Officers (CIOs)
Organizational Scale
The survey focused on large organizations with complex operational and production environments where the demand for advanced security measures is most acute. Respondents were segmented based on organizational size:
from enterprises with 5,000+ employees
from companies with 4,000–4,999 employees
from companies with 3,000–3,999 employees
from companies with 2,000–2,999 employees
This distribution highlights the heightened security challenges faced by larger enterprises, whose expansive operations and interconnected systems make them attractive targets for cyber threats.
Geographic Representation
Respondents were drawn from a diverse array of countries, with representation as follows:
(7% each)
Taiwan, France, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and South Korea
This geographic distribution ensures that the survey captures perspectives from leading global economies, particularly those at the forefront of industrial manufacturing and digital transformation. Countries like the United States, Germany, and Japan play pivotal roles in both advancing industrial technology and setting benchmarks for cybersecurity standards.
Industry Breakdown
The survey spanned multiple industrial sectors, each vital to the global economy and uniquely exposed to OT cybersecurity challenges:
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Respondents were concentrated in the United States, Taiwan, and South Korea—key hubs for global semiconductor production.
Food Manufacturing
Input came predominantly from the United States, Germany, and France, regions renowned for their advanced food safety and production technologies.
Automotive Manufacturing
Responses focused on the United States, Germany, and Japan, reflecting their leadership in automotive innovation and production.
Pharmaceuticals
Insights were drawn from the United States, Japan, and Germany, countries with strong pharmaceutical R&D and manufacturing capabilities.
Oil and Gas
Participants were primarily based in the United States, UAE, and Saudi Arabia due to these regions' critical roles in the global energy sector.
