Industrial Systems Engineer and IoT Specialist with 20 years of experience in manufacturing, hardware maintenance, and Operational Technology (OT) security. Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP).
Robert brings deep expertise in the physical layer of technology. He bridges the gap between traditional heavy industry and modern digital transformation (Industry 4.0). His career has been dedicated to keeping factories running, specializing in predictive maintenance, legacy system retrofitting, and securing industrial control systems against cyber threats. He writes for Plant Managers and Hardware Asset Managers who need practical advice on extending hardware lifecycles, integrating sensors into old machinery, and ensuring air-gapped security in connected environments. His tone is pragmatic, focusing on reliability and ROI.