Bridging the Divide: Copia Automation Report Uncovers Critical Disconnect in Downtime Costs
A groundbreaking new report from Copia Automation has shed light on a significant challenge facing the manufacturing and distribution industries: a critical "perception gap" between senior executives and operational managers regarding the true cost and causes of downtime. The 2nd Annual State of Industrial DevOps Report reveals a staggering $4.29 million per hour downtime cost reported by the C-Suite, a figure 51% higher than the $2.84 million estimated by plant floor managers.
This fundamental disconnect in understanding risk creates strategic blind spots, leaving companies vulnerable to the very disruptions leadership fears most. While the C-Suite often attributes downtime to industrial code issues and cybersecurity breaches, operational managers point more frequently to hardware malfunctions and human error.
Key Findings Underscore the Urgency for Alignment:
- Accelerated DevOps Adoption: The report highlights a clear industry trend, with 92% of organizations invested in or actively planning to adopt Industrial DevOps.
- The AI Paradox: While there's agreement on AI's potential, a gap exists in understanding its strategic risks versus tactical applications.
- Exploding Attack Surface: The sheer number of PLCs and associated devices necessitates intelligent tools for management and security.
- The Unifying Mandate: An overwhelming majority (87%) recognize the critical need to integrate OT cybersecurity with industrial code management.
- The Human Hurdle: Change management resistance is now the top barrier to DevOps adoption.
According to Adam Gluck, CEO and Founder of Copia Automation, "This year's report reveals a crucial insight: while the adoption of Industrial DevOps is accelerating, a hidden 'perception gap' across leadership tiers can silently sabotage progress." He emphasizes the need for a "single source of truth" provided by an Industrial Code Lifecycle Management platform to align the entire organization.
Sebastián Trolli from Frost & Sullivan notes the report signals a "tipping point" for Industrial DevOps adoption, emphasizing that companies standardizing now will be better positioned for the future.
The report also highlights the danger of relying on ad hoc fixes, which create technical debt and hinder long-term value. Investing in solutions that enhance long-term value, as promoted by Industrial DevOps, is crucial for sustainable growth.
The 2nd Annual State of Industrial DevOps Report provides an in-depth analysis of these findings, offering valuable benchmark data and a five-step playbook to help organizations assess their Industrial DevOps maturity.
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