Manufacturing has become the most targeted industry for cyberattacks, according to IBM threat intelligence, as growing technological complexity and global interconnection increase vulnerability. The sector relies on precision, innovation, and collaboration among numerous partners to produce everything from microchips to large aerospace components. As globalization drives competition, manufacturers increasingly concentrate on core competencies, leading to more outsourcing and data sharing. This creates significant exposure of sensitive designs, processes, and intellectual property. Data‑centric security helps protect these digital assets wherever they move, ensuring resilience in an industry facing rising cyber risks.

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