Technology Solutions for Manufacturing
Enterprise-grade infrastructure built to support operational technology (OT), IT convergence, and global production environments.
Industrial Network Architecture & SD-WAN
Securely connect plants, distribution centers, and corporate offices with centralized visibility and optimized traffic prioritization for production-critical systems.
Redundant Connectivity & 5G Failover
Ensure uninterrupted plant operations with resilient broadband, private circuits, and wireless failover that prevent costly production downtime.
IT/OT Network Segmentation
Implement secure segmentation between corporate IT systems and operational technology (OT) environments to reduce cyber risk and maintain compliance.
Industrial Wi-Fi & Mobility
Support warehouse scanners, robotics, handheld devices, quality control systems, and connected machinery with high-performance wireless infrastructure.
Cybersecurity & Threat Monitoring
Deploy Zero Trust architecture, managed firewalls, endpoint protection, and 24/7 threat detection to safeguard intellectual property and operational systems.
IoT & Smart Factory Infrastructure
Enable secure connectivity for sensors, automation systems, predictive maintenance tools, and real-time production analytics.
Benefits for Manufacturers
Minimized Production Downtime
Proactive monitoring and redundant network design reduce the risk of costly plant disruptions.
Secure IT/OT Convergence
Safely integrate corporate systems with industrial networks without increasing cyber exposure.
Improved Supply Chain Visibility
Reliable connectivity supports ERP systems, logistics tracking, and real-time inventory management.
Scalable Multi-Site Operations
Standardized deployments simplify global expansion, acquisitions, and facility upgrades.
CASE STUDY
Global Automotive Manufacturer
Our client is one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the world, producing about 10 million vehicles per year.
Their Engineering and Manufacturing Team and Motor Sales Team were experiencing poor application performance and costly site additions as their network expanded. The client was looking for an agile, cost effective, application centric solution enabling future growth that is cost effective and solves the application performance issues.
The Solution
Cisco SD-WAN design, locations in Canada, Mexico product acquisition, staging and configuration, install, turn-up and test
Product provided as Equipment-as-a-Service (EaaS)
Provide, provision, configure, turn-up and test of WAN circuits
Day 2 managed services - Monitor, manage and remote support from the AT&T 24x7x365 US NOC, using shared NOC resources
Interact and manage third party transport providers
Provide onsite support for the SD-WAN devices and WAN transport
Provide “Smart Hands” for onsite work
Interact and manage third party maintenance providers, as necessary, for onsite support of non-monitored routers
Replacement of End-of-Life / End-of-Support product with new product.
The Results
Access to experienced engineers to design and upgrade the SD-WAN environment
Reduced cost for IT operations
Resolution to the customer experience issues
Equipment-as-a-Service (EaaS) model for new products reduces capital outlay
AT&T responsible to replace EaaS product with new product if the installed EaaS products is End-of-Support
Mitigates the issue retaining qualified network engineers, analysts and technicians
Why Acuative?
Industrial-ready managed services backed by 24/7 monitoring and nationwide field support.
24/7 Network Operations Center (NOC)
Continuous monitoring of network performance to detect and resolve issues before they impact production.
Nationwide & Global Field Services
On-site installation, structured cabling, hardware staging, and rapid break/fix support across plant locations.
Secure Infrastructure Design
Deep expertise in network segmentation, compliance alignment, and protecting high-value intellectual property.
End-to-End Lifecycle Management
From design and procurement to deployment and ongoing optimization, Acuative serves as a single accountable technology partner.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What IT services do manufacturing companies need?
Manufacturers require secure network architecture, SD-WAN, industrial Wi-Fi, IT/OT segmentation, redundant connectivity, cybersecurity monitoring, and 24/7 network management to maintain uptime and protect operational systems.
Why is network redundancy critical in manufacturing?
Even short outages can halt production lines, delay shipments, and cause significant financial loss. Redundant circuits and wireless failover minimize downtime risk.
What is IT/OT network segmentation?
IT/OT segmentation separates corporate business systems from operational machinery networks, reducing cyber exposure and improving compliance.
How does SD-WAN benefit manufacturing organizations?
SD-WAN improves visibility across distributed facilities, prioritizes production-critical applications, and enhances performance for cloud-based ERP and analytics platforms.
How can manufacturers improve cybersecurity?
By implementing Zero Trust architecture, network segmentation, continuous threat monitoring, endpoint protection, and strict access controls across all facilities.
What role does connectivity play in smart factories?
Reliable, secure connectivity enables real-time data collection, automation, predictive maintenance, robotics, and supply chain coordination.