The Context

Fast Growth but Fragmented Security

Norhavn Energy^*, a mid-sized upstream operator, was preparing to launch two new greenfield facilities in the North Sea. The timeline was aggressive, driven by national energy targets and government pressure to increase capacity.

Internally, teams were focused on delivering against operational milestones. But as Norhavn accelerated digital transformation and connected more assets across IT, OT, and physical environments, their exposure to cyber risk increased.

The oil and gas industry remains a cornerstone of the global economy, accounting for 31% of global energy consumption in 2023 (IEA). Its prominence and societal position make it a prime target for cyber criminals.

Leadership understood the stakes: operational continuity, compliance with IEC 62443, and resilience against a growing threat landscape.

*Note: Norhavn Energy is a fictional company created to illustrate real-world challenges and outcomes commonly seen in the oil and gas industry. This use case is based on aggregated insights from Omny’s work with industrial clients.

The Challenge

Siloed Risk and Static Data

• Siloed security teams
  IT, OT, and physical security functions operated in parallel. Without shared visibility or coordination, gaps in protection and accountability emerged.
  
  
• Limited risk visibility
  Risk assessments relied on static reports that lacked real-time relevance. Security leaders struggled to prioritize effectively or justify budget allocations.
  
  
• Compliance pressure without clarity
  With tight deadlines and new infrastructure coming online, Norhavn lacked the operational visibility needed to confidently and efficiently meet IEC 62443 requirements.

Maturity Requires Integration and Insight

Siloed approaches to cybersecurity no longer work. As operations grow more connected and compliance demands intensify, companies need a unified threat management system grounded in data, aligned across teams, and built for scale.

Omny delivers exactly that.

With a platform designed for industrial realities and services shaped by sector expertise, Omny helps oil and gas operators reduce risk, meet regulatory expectations, and maintain operational continuity, even under pressure.

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