Atlas Copco, a global leader in industrial productivity solutions, partnered with Soterics in 2022 to take their Operational Technology (OT) security to the next level. With more than 20 manufacturing sites worldwide under their Vacuum Technique business, they needed more than a service provider — they needed a hands-on partner who understands that downtime isn’t an option and that cybersecurity is as much about people as it is about tech.
The Challenge: security without disruption
Atlas Copco faced a dual challenge: securing their OT environment while keeping production humming. With tightening regulations and an ever-evolving threat landscape, it was clear that traditional approaches wouldn’t cut it.
They needed to:
- Segment OT from IT without interrupting operations
- Improve visibility across their global production environment
- Foster a company-wide culture of cyber awareness
- Integrate newly acquired companies quickly and securely
The Soterics approach: strategy meets action
At Soterics, we don’t do one-size-fits-all. We translated Atlas Copco’s high-level goals into a clear, actionable roadmap — built on our proven methodology and a deep understanding of industrial operations.
Our approach included:
- Transparent, risk-aware network segmentation
- Stakeholder engagement from day one
- On-site presence to gather feedback and build trust
- Smart, scalable security upgrades like firewall finetuning and NIS2 readiness
- Clear, no-fluff communication that resonates from engineers to execs
The Impact: Measurable. Scalable. Ongoing.
This wasn’t just a project — it was the start of a long-term transformation.
Seamless integration of new acquisitions
We ensured new entities could hit the ground running, aligned with Atlas Copco’s security posture.
Increased OT maturity across sites
Our framework enhanced readiness and resilience — and continues to evolve with emerging threats.
NIS2 compliance underway
We’ve laid the groundwork for ongoing compliance, with real-time monitoring and proactive threat detection baked in.
And this is just the beginning.
“We are very satisfied with the results that Soterics has delivered. Their expertise and dedication have had a significant impact on our OT security strategy. We look forward to continuing our successful collaboration.”
— Ketan Umrania, Business Area Security Officer, Atlas Copco VT
Security that moves with you
Today, Soterics is a trusted extension of Atlas Copco’s OT security team. From site rollouts to M&A due diligence, our role continues to expand — always focused on striking the right balance between people, processes, and technology.
Ready to make your OT environment a security asset, not a risk?