Manufacturing IT

Secure manufacturing IT that supports production uptime.

Reduce production IT risk with current environment reviews and prioritized recommendations.

Address fragmented support with accountable managed services and same-business-day response.

Improve recovery readiness with encrypted, cloud-managed backup and rapid restore planning.

Strengthen access control with identity, permissions, and zero trust guidance tied to business risk.

Guide IT investments with fractional CIO/CISO advisory and measurable quarterly value reviews.

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Practical technology leadership that helps organizations reduce risk and modernize responsibly

“During the spring of 2021, Edgeworx Solutions Inc performed an in-depth study of the McMichael Canadian Art Collection infrastructure environment to build a long-term technology strategy associated with McMichael’s technology purchases, operational processes and security requirements.

The assessment’s deliverable provided a highly comprehensive current environment review, clearly outlined gaps and prioritized recommendations for our long-term approach to maximize the value from our corporate technology investments.

The Edgeworx team are professional, experienced and certified; the McMichael team gained a tremendous amount of value throughout the assessment project.

The McMichael highly recommends the Edgeworx team for any organization looking for a 3rd party assessment of their IT infrastructure to build a long-term technology strategy.”

Lisa Pottie

McMichael Canadian Art Collection

I am writing to highly recommend Edgeworx Solutions based on the exceptional services they provided during the recent comprehensive upgrade of our infrastructure. As a Canadian technology services company, they demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Edgeworx successfully executed VMware migrations, Active Directory consolidations, cyber security assessments, and Disaster Recovery reviews. Their team of skilled engineers planned and implemented the project, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency. They conducted a thorough cyber security assessment, identifying vulnerabilities and providing actionable recommendations to enhance our defenses against evolving threats. Additionally, their Disaster Recovery review identified gaps and implemented robust contingency plans.

Throughout the project, Edgeworx displayed technical prowess and attention to detail. Their customer service, responsiveness, and collaboration fostered a positive working relationship. Based on our experience, I confidently recommend Edgeworx to organizations seeking top-tier technology services.

David Boyle

IT Manager, Prince Edward County

“Edgeworx Solutions performed an IT Infrastructure Assessment and long term strategy to enhance the organizational operation processes and update the technology to meet future business requirements.

At the end of the project, Edgeworx delivered a detailed report on their findings, with clear recommendations and priorities that produced for the Aga Khan Museum and the Ismaili Centre a highly methodical long-term strategy associated with our technology infrastructure.

We greatly recommend the Edgeworx services to other Museum Institutions that are looking to enhance their technology Infrastructure.”

Hussein Rajabali

Aga Khan Museum

“We found the Edgeworx team to be highly knowledgeable and experienced in Network Security. They follow a well thought out methodology to mitigate the risk of cyber security and greatly help our organization to meet our corporate regulators.”

Christopher Page

Laurus Investment Council

“The Town of Espanola released an RFP to review the Town’s technology infrastructure from a design perspective, quality of service, adherence to market best practices and organizational structure as it related to IT. Edgeworx Solutions won the bid to undertake the assessment due to their experience and their methodical and comprehensive approach towards IT strategy development.

The Edgeworx assessment of the Town’s Information Technology environment was detailed and also provided 5-year technology investment recommendations for the long-term requirements of the Town of Espanola. Edgeworx’s professionalism and expertise made for an excellent working relationship.

I would like to thank the Edgeworx team for providing a comprehensive and articulate strategy that the Town of Espanola will be leaning on in the years to come. Well done team!”

Allan Hewitt

Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Espanola

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Manufacturing IT Services Built Around Risk and Resiliency

Practical operational technology leadership

IT Assessment

Prioritized IT action plan

Manufacturing technology decisions should begin with a clear view of what exists today. Edgeworx Solutions reviews infrastructure, support processes, security posture, backup readiness, and operational dependencies to identify gaps that could affect uptime, resilience, or investment planning.

You receive prioritized recommendations that help leadership solve the right problems in the right order, with practical next steps tied to business risk.

Network Planning

Reliable plant connectivity

Production environments rely on stable connectivity between users, systems, locations, and business applications. Edgeworx Solutions helps assess network performance, capacity, configuration, and lifecycle concerns so modernization efforts are planned responsibly.

The goal is to improve resiliency, reduce avoidable service disruption, and create a methodical strategy for technology infrastructure enhancement that supports operational growth.

Access Security

Controlled secure access

Manufacturing teams need secure access without slowing down daily work. Edgeworx Solutions supports identity and access management, user-focused cybersecurity, and zero trust planning that connects security decisions to real operating risk.

Recommendations are practical and accountable, helping reduce unnecessary permissions, improve visibility, and strengthen controls across business systems, remote access, and administrative accounts.

Backup and Recovery

Recoverable operations plan

Downtime and data loss can create operational, financial, and customer service consequences. Edgeworx Solutions provides Disaster Recovery and Backup as-a-Service using cloud-managed, encrypted, Canadian data-resident backup and rapid restore capabilities.

This helps manufacturers improve recovery readiness, support compliance expectations, and document a more reliable approach to business continuity before an incident creates urgency.

Vendor Governance

Clear partner accountability

Manufacturers often manage multiple vendors across equipment, software, connectivity, cybersecurity, and business applications. Edgeworx Solutions helps clarify ownership, evaluate service quality, and coordinate technology partners through an accountable advisory lens.

This reduces fragmented support, improves issue resolution, and gives leadership a clearer view of technical value, business safeguards, and trusted-partner fit.

CIO/CISO Advisory

Executive IT direction

When manufacturing leaders need strategic technology oversight, fractional CIO/CISO advisory provides structured guidance without unnecessary overhead. Edgeworx Solutions supports technology maturity assessments, CIS Critical Security Controls alignment, roadmap development, and governance conversations.

You gain clear priorities, measurable outcomes, and transparent recommendations that align technology initiatives with long-term business objectives.

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Measurable Manufacturing IT Impact

55+

Organizations Supported

14,710+

End Users Supported

98%

Average Client Retention Rate

Manufacturing IT Aligned to Production Priorities

Manufacturing IT needs more than reactive troubleshooting. Plant operations depend on reliable networks, secure access, recoverable data, and technology decisions that support production, quality, finance, and customer commitments.

Edgeworx Solutions helps you review the current environment, identify operational and security gaps, and prioritize improvements based on business impact. The focus is practical: reduce avoidable downtime, improve resiliency, clarify vendor accountability, and align IT initiatives with long-term operating goals.

You get candid conversations about risks and issues, plus outcome-driven plans that help leadership make defensible investments without adding unnecessary complexity.

Practical IT Governance for Manufacturing Environments

Effective manufacturing IT connects strategy with daily operational discipline. Edgeworx Solutions supports structured planning, security-first managed services, and business systems integration so technology decisions are easier to justify, implement, and measure.

Current environment review with documented gaps and priorities
Network modernization planning for reliability and capacity
Identity and access management to reduce unnecessary exposure
Backup and disaster recovery planning for business continuity
Vendor coordination to reduce fragmented ownership and delays
Quarterly value reviews for managed services accountability

Senior Technology Guidance Without Added Complexity

Manufacturers often need senior IT leadership without adding a full executive role. Edgeworx Solutions provides fractional CIO/CISO advisory to help leaders evaluate risks, sequence investments, and connect technology decisions to measurable business outcomes.

This includes technology maturity assessments, CIS Critical Security Controls alignment where appropriate, and roadmaps that support security, resiliency, and operational efficiency. Recommendations are designed to be understandable for leadership and useful for technical teams.

The result is a methodical strategy for technology infrastructure enhancement, backed by transparent priorities and accountable execution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does your manufacturing IT service include for plant environments?

You receive a practical, security-first approach that covers network modernization, access management, backup and disaster recovery, and managed services tailored to production needs. Services start with an environment review to identify gaps and risk factors, followed by prioritized recommendations that align IT investments with your business objectives. Ongoing managed services ensure production uptime, accountability, and measurable value through regular reviews and transparent reporting.

What measurable outcomes can manufacturing IT deliver for my operations?

Manufacturing IT is designed to reduce avoidable downtime, improve operational resiliency, and enhance compliance with industry regulations. You benefit from:

Documented risk reduction and production uptime improvements
Faster recovery from outages with encrypted, cloud-managed backups
Clarity around IT investments and priorities
Audit-ready policies and practical, defensible technology decisions

How do you assess my current IT environment and recommend next steps?

The process begins with a structured review of your existing technology landscape, focusing on network reliability, security posture, access controls, and support models. Any gaps or risks are documented, then mapped to business impact and regulatory requirements. You receive a clear, prioritized action plan that guides investment and operational decisions, supported by candid risk analysis and outcome-driven recommendations.

How are manufacturing IT services priced and what is the typical engagement timeline?

Pricing is based on the specific scope of services you require, such as assessments, managed services, or advisory support. You can expect transparent, fixed-price options for executive oversight and advisory programs, with flexibility to fit project or ongoing needs. Most initial assessments and planning engagements are completed within a few weeks, and managed services include same-business-day response and quarterly value reviews.

What sets your manufacturing IT approach apart from other providers?

You benefit from a security-first, accountable partnership that emphasizes risk reduction, regulatory readiness, and measurable business outcomes. Services are tailored to complex manufacturing environments, with documented assessments, prioritized roadmaps, and guaranteed quarterly value reviews. The approach includes senior-level advisory support without requiring a full-time executive, so you gain practical leadership and transparent governance focused on your long-term success.