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How Stadtwerke Bielefeld was able to centralize and secure its risks across all locations - with SECIRA as the key to success.
Stadtwerke Bielefeld was faced with the challenge of managing risks in an increasingly complex infrastructure. With the introduction of the SECIRA solution, they succeeded in establishing a modern and efficient risk management system.
Why modern risk management is essential for municipal utilities
Stadtwerke Bielefeld operates sites in various sectors such as energy supply, waste management, telecommunications and public transport. These diverse fields of activity increase the demands on security. Without a standardized system, this would lead to several problems:
❌ Complex manual processes.
❌ Lack of overview of risks.
❌ Increasing complexity in the management of locations.
❔ The central question was: How can efficient and centralized risk management be implemented for municipal utilities?
The requirements of Stadtwerke Bielefeld for modern risk management
To meet the challenges, Stadtwerke Bielefeld was looking for a solution that met the following criteria:
✔️ A central platform for all risks.✔️ Automated analyses and clear recommendations for action.
✔️Verbesserung Security in all areas - from IT to physical infrastructure.
Why Stadtwerke Bielefeld opted for SECIRA
The functions of SECIRA
SECIRA offers a wide range of functions that are specifically tailored to the needs of municipal energy providers. These functions were decisive for Stadtwerke Bielefeld's decision to implement SECIRA.
- Digital twin
The platform maps all systems and locations and provides a comprehensive overview. - Automated vulnerability analysis
Daily reassessments minimize security gaps. - Interactive risk analysis
Visualizations show attack paths and help to derive targeted protective measures.
How SECIRA revolutionized risk management at Stadtwerke Bielefeld
A clearly structured implementation plan
The implementation of SECIRA followed a structured plan:
- Integration of all systems:
From access control to IT infrastructure, all components were integrated into the platform. - Daily risk reassessment:
Potential vulnerabilities were automatically identified and prioritized. - Combination of physical and IT security:
Risks, such as unauthorized access to sensitive facilities, were also taken into account.
A concrete practical example
A weak point in the control system was identified and quickly closed with recommendations for action, preventing a potential attack.
The advantages of SECIRA for the risk management of municipal utilities
✅ Increased efficiency: administrative workload has been reduced, allowing employees to focus more on strategic tasks.
✅ Increased security: automated processes have shortened the response time to vulnerabilities.
✅ Transparency : A central overview of all risks and attack vectors ensures clarity in risk assessment.
A role model for modern risk management for municipal utilities
Stadtwerke Bielefeld's experience shows how important modern technologies are for efficient risk management. SECIRA not only helps to minimize risks, but also to simplify administration and increase security.
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