ManuSec USA

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Overview

ManuSec USA is an annual cybersecurity summit focused on IT/OT/ICS security for the manufacturing industry. It brings together 150+ cybersecurity decision-makers from U.S. manufacturing organizations to discuss strategies against cyber threats like ransomware, with 65% of attendees' companies reporting such attacks. The event features keynotes, panels, case studies, and networking, held in Chicago.

History

ManuSec USA, hosted by QG Media (an ISMG company), is entering its ninth edition as of 2024, with the 2025 event scheduled for October 14-15 in Chicago and the 2026 edition for October 21-22. It originated as part of the global ManuSec series addressing cybersecurity in critical manufacturing. The summit has grown to emphasize digital resilience amid increasing technological adoption in manufacturing.

Notable Products

ManuSec USA Annual Report - In-depth report on cybersecurity trends in U.S. manufacturing, covering ransomware statistics and sector challenges.
ManuSec USA Summit Agenda - Two-day program with keynotes, panels, roundtables, and 6+ hours of networking on themes like cybersecurity competitiveness.
ManuSec USA Networking Sessions - Opportunities for 150+ IT/OT security leaders from manufacturing to collaborate on threat defense.

Reputation

ManuSec USA is regarded by manufacturing cybersecurity professionals as a valuable platform for targeted networking and real-world insights, given its focus on industry-specific threats. Attendees appreciate the intimate scale compared to larger conferences, enabling meaningful discussions. It receives positive feedback for practical content but is limited to those in manufacturing cybersecurity.

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