When people talk about an “industrial SOC,” many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the agri-food sector see it as an investment beyond their reach: they picture rooms full of analysts, high fixed costs, and technology that only large corporations can understand. That perception isn’t entirely unfounded, but it doesn’t reflect the current reality of the market or the alternatives that now exist.

Digitalization has transformed logistics into a system of constant interdependence, where operational efficiency is intrinsically linked to data security. With the increasing risks of disruption from threats such as ransomware and supply chain manipulation, cybersecurity can no longer be just an add-on, it must be a strategic pillar.

In the biotechnology industry, protecting critical scientific data and information is essential not only to safeguard intellectual property, but also to preserve the integrity of research with high strategic value. Laboratories, biotech startups, and large corporations are continuously exposed to espionage attempts, often originating from state actors or groups specialized in industrial cybercrime. In this context, scientific honeypots have become a key tool for early threat detection.

In the retail sector, where customer experience and operational continuity are critical, cybersecurity has become a strategic priority. The increasing digitalization and expansion of operations into distributed environments have enlarged the attack surface, making it necessary to deploy advanced solutions such as EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) and XDR (Extended Detection and Response).

Logistics no longer moves only through roads, ports, or warehouses — it also flows through networks, systems, and data.

The convergence of advanced artificial intelligence and biomedical data has opened up a wide range of revolutionary possibilities in medicine and research. However, it has also introduced emerging risks that demand immediate attention from a cybersecurity perspective. Among these risks, the use of Deepfake technologies and the manipulation of biomedical data represent a growing threat, with critical implications for information integrity, trust in healthcare systems, and patient safety.

Cyber threats in the agri-food and retail sectors are no longer limited to complex technical attacks; they have also become increasingly sophisticated in the realm of social engineering. Targeted phishing at operators has emerged as one of the most effective tactics for compromising factory security.

Logistics is the engine that keeps the global economy running.

The food industry is undergoing a remarkable digital transformation. Production plants are becoming increasingly smart and connected, extending traceability and automation systems across the entire supply chain. This technological evolution has optimized efficiency but has also elevated cybersecurity from a technical requirement to a key strategic factor for safeguarding business continuity.

In 2026, biotechnology will continue to be one of the most strategic sectors—and one of the most exposed to cyber threats. Biotech companies manage the most valuable information in modern science: genetic data, clinical trial results, research algorithms, and patents. Protecting this information means protecting the core of innovation.

Cybersecurity is no longer just a technical or regulatory requirement; it is a key factor in building trust with investors, partners, and patients. In an environment where progress is measured in data, safeguarding it is a strategic priority.

Food traceability has become one of the most important pillars for ensuring food safety, regulatory compliance, and consumer trust. However, with the digitization of the supply chain and the adoption of technologies such as blockchain, IoT, and ERP systems, new vulnerabilities also emerge that can be exploited by cybercriminals.