KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 – Paessler, renowned experts in IT infrastructure and network monitoring, have recently announced a strategic partnership with PATLITE, a global leader in the development and manufacturing of cutting-edge signal towers, audible and visual alarms, and other indicating devices for the factory automation and Industry 4.0 markets. This collaboration aims to accelerate digital transformation in operational technology (OT) for enterprises across Southeast Asia.The convergence of IT and OT has proven to be highly advantageous for businesses, enabling operational optimization and a competitive edge.
However, challenges arise when IT and OT systems operate in silos, hindering organizations from fully reaping the benefits of digital transformation at scale. The partnership between Paessler and PATLITE aims to address these challenges by offering customers a comprehensive and coordinated approach to monitor both IT and OT systems. This approach will provide organizations with better infrastructure insights, enhanced business agility, and ultimately drive business growth.
Jim Lee, Business Development Manager of Paessler for Asia Pacific, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “Our collaboration with PATLITE is designed to help customers take a comprehensive and coordinated approach to monitor both IT and OT systems, enabling organizations to better understand their infrastructure, increase business agility, and ultimately drive business growth.” Through this partnership, Paessler will leverage its industry-leading PRTG network monitoring solution and its extensive OT expertise to offer customers comprehensive visibility into their entire infrastructure.
The PRTG network monitoring solution by Paessler empowers organizations to monitor their IT infrastructure, including servers, switches, routers, and other devices. Meanwhile, PATLITE’s specialization in OT includes signaling devices, industrial network devices, and other products that facilitate visibility into operational infrastructure. Edmund Gan, General Manager of PATLITE Singapore, highlighted the significance of this alliance, stating, “At PATLITE, our unwavering commitment lies in delivering exceptional business value (Safety, Security, and Comfort) to our customers through this alliance.
We fully comprehend the significance of technology and expertise in driving successful transformation journeys for industrial businesses.” Gan further emphasized the benefits customers will experience through the collaboration, particularly with the PATLITE Network Tower Light and Paessler PRTG monitoring software. These joint solutions offer improved productivity and comprehensive process understanding, aiding customers in achieving their goals and thriving in today’s ever-evolving market landscape.
The partnership positions Paessler and PATLITE to provide organizations across Southeast Asia with a holistic view of their entire infrastructure, leading to better decision-making and improved operational efficiency. In April of this year, Paessler launched its first product extension for PRTG, specifically designed for customers in the industrial sector, focusing on OT. This product extension enables customers to receive valuable information from both IT and OT monitoring, displayed in their supervisory and control systems, bridging the worlds of OT and IT closer together.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, Paessler and PATLITE are poised to support organizations in Southeast Asia in their digital transformation endeavors, empowering them to thrive in the ever-changing market.
