Kaspersky has launched an Operational Technology OT Cybersecurity Savings Calculator to help industrial companies quantify the financial risks of insufficient OT security. The tool allows organizations to input details such as sector, company size, region, breach history, and existing cybersecurity measures to estimate potential cost savings and benchmark against industry peers.
Industrial organizations are increasingly reliant on interconnected systems, making cybersecurity a critical factor for operational resilience and profitability. Research indicates that over 60 of industrial companies experienced significant costs from cybersecurity breaches in the past year. However, misalignment between security teams and executives often results in underfunded initiatives and competing priorities.
The OT calculator addresses this gap by translating cyber risks into tangible financial metrics and actionable recommendations, supporting informed decision-making and strategic budget allocation. The tool is particularly relevant in the GCC, where industrial growth is a key economic priority, with initiatives such as the UAE's Operation 300bn, Saudi Arabia's NIDLP, and Qatar's National Manufacturing Strategy aiming to expand the sector.
