BorgWarner protects global OT assets with
Palo Alto Networks

SUMMARY

BorgWarner, an American automotive and e-mobility supplier with 80 locations in 24 countries, produces technology solutions for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. It needed to enhance the security and efficiency of operational technology on its manufacturing floors and in its labs. As devices become more technologically advanced and increasing numbers connect to the company’s enterprise network, BorgWarner wanted to create an up-to-date inventory of all such assets and be able to understand, segment, and control risk for each device. Palo Alto Networks Industrial OT solution met all its needs in a single solution.

RESULTS

Hours to minutes

Spent identifying and classifying IoT risk.

Increased safety

Prevent OT disruptions and ensure a safe working environment.

Thousands

Of OT assets secured per manufacturing plant.

CHALLENGES

Lack of OT visibility limits manufacturing site security.

Extend the same robust security in data centers and offices to its operational technology and manufacturing floors.
Produce a real-time inventory of all OT assets.
Understand the security risk levels associated with each device.
Segment and control devices’ risk to contain security threats.

SOLUTION

Palo Alto Networks assisted BorgWarner in implementing OT network segmentation at five global sites, enhancing security without disrupting operations. This strategy improves security, limits breaches, and aligns with risk management practices valued by cyber insurance providers. As a result, BorgWarner is well-positioned to reduce insurance premiums and improve coverage.

This method fulfills containment strategies and lowers cyber risks by creating manageable device zones. It also enhances network performance by limiting outbound traffic from the manufacturing floor, leading to improved visibility and increased operational safety through risk detection.

Building on these achievements, BorgWarner is implementing Palo Alto Networks Industrial OT Security solution across its remaining 75 facilities, each with unique requirements. The objectives are to reduce security incidents, contain any that occur, and effectively manage and monitor access control through Industrial OT Security and a Zero Trust approach.