Technology that supports production, not disrupts it.
Manufacturing runs on technology: ERP systems, production control, supply chain management, quality systems. When IT fails, production stops and costs accumulate rapidly. From the industrial corridors of Arlington and Grand Prairie to advanced manufacturing operations throughout DFW, we serve manufacturers who need technology partners who understand operations and the critical importance of uptime.
THE CHALLENGE
Manufacturing IT Challenges
Manufacturing faces distinct technology challenges:
OT/IT convergence
Operational technology and information technology increasingly intersect. Your PLCs and SCADA systems are now on the network which means they are attack surface. Most IT providers do not understand the Purdue Model or why you cannot just "patch" a production controller.
Uptime requirements
Production downtime costs money. Every minute of unplanned downtime has a dollar figure attached. IT changes must be carefully planned around production schedules.
ERP complexity
Manufacturing ERP systems are mission-critical and deeply customized. SAP, Oracle, and Dynamics environments require specialized expertise not generalists who will learn on your production system.
Supply chain integration
EDI, API connections, OPC-UA interfaces. Partners, suppliers, and customers expect electronic integration that creates security and reliability dependencies you cannot ignore.
CMMC compliance
DoD contractors face Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification requirements. CMMC 2.0 Level 2 is not optional if you want to keep those contracts and most manufacturers are not ready.
SERVICES
Services for Manufacturing
OT/IT Security
Securing the convergence of operational and information technology.
- OT environment assessment following IEC 62443 standards
- Network segmentation implementing Purdue Model architecture
- SCADA and industrial control system security
- Secure remote access for maintenance vendors
- Monitoring and anomaly detection for industrial protocols
Production System Support
Maintaining the technology that runs your operation.
- ERP system support (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, and industry-specific platforms)
- MES and production control system integration
- Quality management system support
- OPC-UA and industrial protocol troubleshooting
Business Continuity
Ensuring production can continue despite disruptions.
- Business impact analysis for manufacturing
- Recovery planning for production systems
- Supplier and customer communication plans
- Testing and validation
CMMC Compliance
Meeting DoD cybersecurity requirements.
- CMMC readiness assessment
- Gap analysis and remediation planning
- Control implementation
- Documentation and evidence
- Assessment preparation
Supply Chain Systems
Supporting electronic integration with partners.
- EDI and supplier integration
- Customer portal systems
- Secure file transfer
- Integration monitoring and support
COMMON QUESTIONS
Manufacturing Questions
Yes. Operational technology environments include industrial control systems, SCADA, and PLCs have different requirements than standard IT. We approach OT with appropriate caution, involving operational staff in decisions and prioritizing production stability.
Yes. CMMC compliance is increasingly important for DoD contractors. We help manufacturers assess their current posture, identify gaps, and implement the controls required for their target CMMC level.
Carefully. We plan changes during maintenance windows, maintain rollback capabilities, and coordinate closely with production staff. Unplanned downtime is not acceptable, we plan to avoid it.
Yes. We support major manufacturing ERP platforms including SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics. This includes both infrastructure support and application-level assistance.
Multi-site manufacturers are common among our clients. We provide consistent support across locations with centralized management and local presence as needed.
Keep Production Running
Manufacturing technology demands reliability. Get IT support that understands operations.