Episode Details

As smart buildings become more connected, they also become more exposed to cyber threats. In this episode, host Dr. Matt Tucker, IFMA's Director of Knowledge and Insights, sits down with Stacey Shepard, Advisory Board Member at Building Cyber Security, to discuss how facility managers can bridge the gap between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) to protect their organizations.

Together, they unpack:

• Why global cybercrime is now a multi-trillion-dollar issue impacting business continuity, productivity, and physical safety.
• Understanding how building automation, HVAC, access control, and IoT devices create non-traditional entry points for bad actors.
• Lessons learned from high-profile hacks involving ransomware, supply chains, and interconnected smart devices.
• How FMs can establish strong communication channels with CIOs and C-suite executives.
• Practical advice on performing asset inventories, reviewing vendor contracts, and leveraging free tools like the 16-step checklist from Building Cyber Security.

Whether managing a single facility or a global portfolio, this episode provides essential strategies for treating cybersecurity as a core component of emergency preparedness and all-hazard resilience.

Resources Mentioned:

• Building Cyber Security Website

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