Chicago Based IT Services for Manufacturing Companies
Manufacturing companies rely on their IT infrastructure to manage important tasks such as accounting, employee communication, machinery, inventory and production flows. For manufacturing companies with offshore facilities, having a reliable, high-performance IT infrastructure is crucial for ensuring safe and efficient communication, transmission, and data analytics over long distances. Working with a professional like PSM for managed IT services and support can help ensure the efficiency and security of your IT infrastructure.
We provide the following IT services for manufacturing companies:
- Managed IT Services
- IT Support
- Cloud Services & Migrations
- Cybersecurity
- Incident Response
- IT Consulting
- Digital Transformation
- IT Disaster Recovery
- IT Recruiting
- Virtual CIO / CISO Services
- Modern Desktop Deployment
- Technology Deployment Services / Delivery Services
- End User Change Management
PSM Partners is proud to be a Microsoft Solutions Partner.
The following are the benefits of digital transformation:
- Increased efficiency: Streamlining your operations by digitizing and automating certain tasks can improve efficiency.
- Reduced costs: Integrating certain tasks through digitization and more efficient technology can save time and reduce operational costs.
- Higher quality work: Integrating new technology into your manufacturing operations will increase productivity and improve the quality of your products.
PSM can help manufacturers with customized digital transformation solutions. We will assess your current operations and understand your technology needs so we can determine the best solutions to streamline your processes. You can expect customized solutions tailored to your specific operations to help improve the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of your manufacturing business.
Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0
Digital transformation refers to the wide-scale digitization of processes and technologies with the aim of improving operational efficiency and reducing costs. This can include replacing old or inefficient software or equipment, digitizing or automating tasks once done manually, and consolidating tasks to be done under a single solution. Digital transformation for manufacturers not only helps improve overall efficiency and cost-effectiveness, but also helps businesses stay competitive.
Industry 4.0 is a concept similar to digital transformation as it refers to the incorporation of smart manufacturing, considered the fourth industrial revolution. Smart technology that can be incorporated into the digital transformation for manufacturers includes cloud computing, engineering design and simulation, additive manufacturing, 3D printing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, and more.
Managed IT Services for Manufacturing
Upgrading, operating, and maintaining the IT infrastructure for a manufacturing business requires time and a certain level of expertise. With so much work to be done within a manufacturing company, you may not have the time and resources to effectively manage your IT infrastructure. PSM can help with managed IT services for manufacturing businesses. Our professionals can take over managing, updating, troubleshooting, and protecting your IT infrastructure to ensure its smooth operation while you devote your time and resources to your manufacturing operations.
We will start by understanding your technology needs and evaluating your current IT infrastructure. We can suggest and implement new strategies and technology that will help improve the efficiency of your IT infrastructure and help you achieve your technology goals.
Cloud for Manufacturing
Data storage and protection is important for manufacturing businesses. It is common for businesses to have data stored across devices such as servers, hard drives, and laptops, but it is safer and more cost-effective to consolidate your data and storage with cloud computing.
PSM provides cloud services for manufacturing businesses to help set up cloud-based storage and migrate data to the cloud. Our professionals can set up, manage, and secure Microsoft cloud for manufacturing businesses.
We will assess your data storage and safety needs to determine the best option when it comes to cloud storage. We can help reduce the costs of data storage and improve efficiency by replacing hardware storage with cloud-based solutions.
Manufacturing IT Consulting Services
At PSM, we can take on more of a consulting role with our manufacturing IT consulting services. With these services, we will evaluate your IT infrastructure and understand your technology needs and goals to help advise you on the best solutions. We will make suggestions for upgrades and strategies that will help improve the efficiency and security of your IT infrastructure and help implement new technology solutions. We can advise you on setting up cloud storage, cybersecurity measures, and basic management and maintenance for your system.
Manufacturing Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is extremely important for manufacturing businesses as a cyberattack or breach can compromise important data and bring your operations to a halt. Our professionals at PSM provide manufacturing cybersecurity services and cybersecurity consulting to help improve your security measures and keep your system safe.
We will first assess the current cybersecurity situation of your IT infrastructure to identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities. We will then implement multi-layered solutions to address vulnerabilities as well as monitor and update security software within the system to keep it protected from malware, breaches, and cyberattacks. We can also take on a consulting role and advise you on the best cybersecurity strategies to implement to protect your system.
Outsourced IT Services
When you work with PSM, you have the option of outsourcing IT support services in which we can take over and manage certain aspects of your IT system. We can also provide remote 24/7/365 monitoring of your system which allows us to identify any issues or outages before they happen and implement necessary fixes to protect your system and keep it online. We will also provide maintenance reports to keep you up to date on the status of your system.
Is Your Manufacturing Business at Risk?
Take our comprehensive risk assessment quiz to evaluate the current risk posture of your business. In today’s dynamic environment, staying ahead of potential risks is paramount to ensuring the longevity and success of your business. When was the last time you thoroughly assessed your business’s vulnerabilities? Our quiz is designed to provide you with valuable insights into areas where you may be at risk. Upon completion, you’ll receive a personalized risk assessment report highlighting areas of strength and areas for improvement. Armed with this knowledge, you’ll be better equipped to implement proactive strategies and safeguards to protect your business from potential threats.
FAQ
An MSP is a managed service provider that offers IT management and support services for manufacturers. They can monitor and manage the IT infrastructure of a manufacturing firm and implement new technology and strategies to improve efficiency, security, and productivity.
Manufacturing businesses are an integral part of supply chains and are highly vulnerable to cyberattacks. Attackers can disrupt operations and plant malicious codes that can disrupt operations and even the entire supply chain. The use of industrial IoT devices that increase the interconnectivity between endpoints exposes IT infrastructures to attackers as they can gain unauthorized access through any connected device.
A cyberattack can disrupt a manufacturing business for days or even weeks. It is best for manufacturers to work with a managed security service provider (MSSP) like PSM to implement and manage their cybersecurity to keep their system protected from breaches, malware, and other events.
Industrial Control Systems (ICS) security is the security of control systems that operate infrastructure, such as water, power, manufacturing, transportation, and other important services. The security of ICS systems consists of hardware and software that ensure the protection and function of these systems, as well as the safety of those who operate the systems and those the systems serve.
Effective ICS security includes protecting the processes that support the operation of industrial machinery from cyberthreats as well as efficient ICS management to ensure effective protection.
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It is crucial for manufacturing businesses to have an efficient, high-performing IT infrastructure for secure data storage and support for the operation of their manufacturing processes. Our professionals at PSM can provide complete managed IT services for manufacturing businesses as well as IT consulting for manufacturers in the Chicago, IL area.
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