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Taking the necessary measures to protect against cyberattacks is given varying degrees of priority in companies. However, any negligence gives attackers a technological advantage. Dr. Lutz Jänicke reveals how damage can be reduced and avoided.
Phoenix Contact is a global supplier of components, systems and solutions in the fields of electrical engineering, electronics and automation. The company produces with a high degree of vertical integration, building not only screws, plastic and metal parts, but also highly automated assembly machines in-house. The product range comprises components and system solutions for energy supply, including wind and solar power, device and mechanical engineering and control cabinet construction. A diverse range of terminal blocks and special terminal blocks, PCB terminal blocks and connectors, cable connection technology and installation accessories offers innovative components. Electronic interfaces and power supplies, automation systems based on Ethernet and wireless, safety solutions for man, machine and data, surge protection systems as well as software programs and tools offer installers and operators of systems as well as device manufacturers comprehensive systems.
In close cooperation with universities and science, future technologies such as electromobility and environmental technologies are also researched and transformed into marketable products, systems and solutions.