Across manufacturing environments, legacy Windows systems continue to support critical operations, from machine controls and robotic systems to testing stations, packaging lines, and plant-floor automation.

But while these systems remain essential, they are also becoming increasingly difficult to secure.

Manufacturing organisations face a difficult balancing act between managing growing cybersecurity risks, maintaining operational continuity, supporting ageing production infrastructure, and modernising without disrupting manufacturing processes.

For many organisations, replacing legacy systems is not a realistic short-term option. The challenge is finding practical ways to reduce risk while maintaining production uptime and operational resilience.