Our global partners' ecosystem for Industrial Digital Transformation Digital Transformation companies we work with: Siemens Siemens Partner Info For more than 170 years, the name Siemens has been synonymous with internationality and worldwide presence. Siemens is a global powerhouse positioned along the electrification value chain – from power generation, transmission and distribution to smart grid solutions and the efficient application of electrical energy – as well as in the areas of medical imaging and laboratory diagnostics. As of September 30, 2017, Siemens had around 372,000 employees in more than 200 countries/regions. We operate in production and manufacturing plants worldwide. In addition, we have office buildings, warehouses, research and development facilities or sales offices in almost every country/region in the world. Cisco Cisco Partner Info Cisco is the worldwide leader in IT that helps companies seize the opportunities of tomorrow by proving that amazing things can happen when you connect the previously unconnected. At Cisco customers come first and an integral part of their DNA is creating long-lasting customer partnerships and working with them to identify their needs and provide solutions that support their success. ​ The concept of solutions being driven to address specific customer challenges has been with Cisco since its inception. Husband and wife Len Bosack and Sandy Lerner, both working for Stanford University, wanted to email each other from their respective offices located in different buildings but were unable to due to technological shortcomings. A technology had to be invented to deal with disparate local area protocols; and as a result of solving their challenge - the multi-protocol router was born. Microsoft Partner Info Microsoft Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services, devices and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) is the leading platform and productivity company for the mobile-first, cloud-first world, and its mission is to empower every person and every organisation on the planet to achieve more. AiRISTA Flow Partner Info AiRISTA AiRISTA Flow is a leader in providing Wi-Fi-based Real Time Location Systems (RTLS), process improvement, and hand hygiene solutions. With innovative products and patented technologies such as RFID-over-Wi-Fi™, AiRISTA Flow delivers superior software, hardware, and services for forward-thinking organisations, globally. AiRISTA Flow hand hygiene solutions help meet FDA regulations while RFID, IR, GPS, and BLE-based tags, accompanied by user-friendly software interfaces, enhance visibility into the location, condition, and status of assets, people, and workflows. Partners include wireless software developers, leading systems integrators, and resellers. Users of AiRISTA Flow solutions include a diverse, international portfolio of healthcare, manufacturing/industrial, retail, and government clients. Arkessa Partner Info Arkessa Arkessa enable IoT devices to connect straight out of the box regardless of geography, network operator or wireless technology. They provide Enterprises with a secure and future-proof M2M connectivity service that is easy to adopt, integrate and scale. They also enable connections to personnel and assets no matter where they are in the world. Paloalto Firewalls Paloalto Firewalls Partner Info Palo Alto are the global cybersecurity leader, known for always challenging the security status quo. Their mission is to protect our way of life in the digital age by preventing successful cyberattacks. This has given them the privilege of safely enabling tens of thousands of organizations and their customers. ​ Their pioneering Security Operating Platform safeguards your digital transformation with continuous innovation that combines the latest breakthroughs in security, automation, and analytics.

Polestar Industrial IT | Our Services | Network Infrastructure Design Industrial Network Design Secure-by-Design Networks Together with our Network Engineers , we design and configure secure-redundant network architectures to optimise your industrial communications , enabling your systems towards perfect IT & OT Convergence , IoT , and data capitalisation . IT & OT Integration IoT & Edge to Cloud Do I Need Network Design? We are Digitalisation Consultants , Network Integrators and IT Service Providers for the industrial sector across the UK & Europe. Our technical expertise range a cross a variety of Operating Systems, Net works , and Databases . We are vendor-independent and offer our customers a comprehensive Digital Transformation approach with Industrial Networking & Cybersecurity at its core. Our designs include services and solutions that securely and efficiently connect entire p roduction lines , operating teams and enterprise systems to stream data in real-time and boost plant performance , adhering to IEC 62443 & NIST SP 800-82 security standards . Up Network Design Services Secure-by-Design Networks Secure Design Networks We design resilient and efficient communication architectures that connect your Machines, Field Assets, ICS, SCADA, MES and Enterprise Systems for you to visualise and analyse data in real-time . But, we don't stop there. ​ Besides all the advice you may need to improve your IT & OT Systems , we install and configure all your Industrial IT Systems , and offer you premium in-life support . With our architectures and services , you ensure that: Compromise & Disruption are Difficult ​ With our context -b ased syste ms and zero trust policies /devices, we make sure that your IT & OT networks have a reduced attack surface , critical security controls /configurations, bottleneck-free workflows, well-maintained systems, and a security-aware workforce . Threat Detection is Easy We focus on constant monitoring of devices , services and user behaviour (events/logs) to establish their health, and choose zero trust services . With us, you gain in-depth visibility on your industrial IoT and ICS , so your IT and OT teams can work together to boost security . Attack impact is Reduced Our resilie nt systems and infrastructure scalability play a fundamental role to keep your data and operations safe , regardless of the size and dispersion of your networks . We also offer fast and reliable recovery solutions to minimise downtime during an event. Need to Design & Implement a Secure Network ? Learn more about Industrial Cybersec Contact Us Up IT OT Convergence IT/OT Convergence To kick-start digital transformation in an industrial environment it is needed to design a converged architecture that unifies data from both OT and IT environments , streamlining business with operational processes. An integrated IT & OT network allows you to merge business processes, controls and insights into a seamless environment . ​ However, a Smart Factory will not be possible if your Operations and IT teams are not aligned to work together. With our IT/OT Consulting Services , you will: Perform a Gap Analysis Polestar builds for you an assessment of ‘as-is’ skills, infrastructure, and risks to prioritise technology recommendations & implementations. A starting point to developing a comprehensive OT Network & Security Policy . Establish IT & OT Policies Polestar delivers an IT/OT Policy Document to support the organisational strategy for the required sites/facilities , which includes the planning of a secure and highly available network , the definition of ownership for each system layer , implementation guidelines , a standardised catalogue of hardware/software , and a definition of service levels . Design & Implement a Converged Infrastructure We create a reference design for the integration of IT with OT networks and systems, including the update/implementation/configuration of HMI, PLC, SCADA & MES systems , servers , and safety controls . Once the plan is signed off, we implement these designs ourselves! An End-to-end service . Need to Integrate your IT & OT Systems and Teams? Know more about IT & OT Integration Contact Us Up IoT & Edge to Cloud IoT Edge to Cloud Polestar designs IoT communication infrastructures to bridge the data & operational gaps between your OT & IT Systems , so visualising and analysi ng data in real-time becomes easier. ​ We deliver bespoke Industrial IoT strategies to help you implement technologies & processes , boosting operations and helping manufacturers to become industry leaders . With our IoT Consulting Services and IoT Systems you will: Integrate your IT & OT Systems and Teams Smart factories are IoT dependent to monitor and transmit information about their environment, assets, and products . IT/OT convergence occurs in any business where IoT devices collect and transmit data for technicians to manage equipment and processes. Polestar helps you to merge these traditionally siloed processes for a seamless operational experience. Kick-off Digital Transformation through Edge-first We design and implement the best-in-class Edge to Cloud Platform to integrate your Field Assets for IoT enablement , allowing users to connect any production machine or device , regardless of brand or generation - in a single, unified and powerful system, granting manufacturers secure Edge access to their process and production data . Enable IoT for your Field Devices CNC Machinery, Robots and Automation Controls will be equipped with the right fit-for-purspose sensors and communication protocols, and will be connected to a secure network to start transfering data wherever you need it: might it be to On-premise or Cloud systems, from OT or Enterprise domains, or even to third-party Apps tailored to every management need. Need help enabling IoT & Smart Manufacturing ? Learn more about Edge to Cloud Contact Us Up Why do you need Network Design? Network Design What is Network Design ? Communication networks have evolved to learn how to optimise their production environments through Edge and Cloud connectivity , using the power of AI. The physical, virtual, and logical design of infrastructure in an IT network (network design, architecture or topology ) is key to allowing this to happen. Communications infrastructure is the backbone that connects the data processes of any business. Through Network Design you ensure the scalability, security and appropriate configuration of the network and computing solutions, helping yo u to meet your operational and business needs. ​ Through Polestar's Network Design, Operations and IT Managers can configure and implement secure industrial IT & OT systems for both their brownfield and greenfield sites, enabling IoT and Smart Manufacturing. ​ A well-planned Network Design will provide bespoke solutions for your business requirements , utilising a complete array of network technologies that may include traditional LAN and WAN, WiFi or Cloud infrastructures , and topologies like ring, chain, tree, and mesh among others allowing for stable, efficient and resilient data transferring throughout your organisation. The Network Design Process Network Architecture Polestar helps you to discover which are your data, security and infrastructure needs for the implementation / update of your communication systems. ​ We develop a visual representation of your 'to-be' network and integrate physical connections; quantity, type, and location of all devices and endpoints; IP addresses; and security processes. ​ We dedicate appropriate time and resources to the design process to create a network that is easy to manage, cost-effective, and ready to scale . Security Network security is built in during the early design stages to prevent incompatibility of security tools which affects network performance , user experience, and manageability. ​ We create a list of the specific resilience challenges of your organisation (security incidents, network issues, operations downtime, or scale up / down needs) and use these scenarios to test the network design's ability to respond. ​ We also provide a network management system for visibility into the network and monitoring of performance benchmarks. Asset Listing & Scalability Greenfields : Polestar assembles a list of assets, endpoints, users, devices, LANs, and other elements to create the first iterations of a network diagram . ​ Brownfields : Polestar integrates existing infrastructure, use patterns and workflows to inform the new network hierarchies and topologies, which are adapted to the needs of the IT, Security, Production and OT teams. ​ We also assess what sort of scaling ( upsizing / downsizing ) the organisation is going through to accommodate specific workflows. Contact Us Netwok Design Process Trusted by: Industrial Network Design | Case Studies Case Study: High-Availability IT for a UK Food & Beverage Manufacturer A Failover Solution for a SCADA Migration Project at one of the leading Food & Bev manufacturers in Europe and the UK. Case Study: UCS Deployment & Secure Network for a Pharmaceutical | FMCG Producer Click here to download the full case. Cisco's UCS (Unified Computing System) help manufacturing businesses to achieve the consistency,... Case Study: Secure Networks & MES for a Modular Houses Manufacturer Read the full Case Study here. To guarantee better quality in production, the customer required the implementation of a secure by design...

Polestar Industrial IT | IoT & Edge to Cloud | IoT Gateway Devices IoT Gateway Devices for Business & Industrial Environments Boost up your company's Digital Transformation with our Industrial-grade IoT Gateway Devices . Enhance your Operations through data-based/AI decision-making, powered by state-of-the-art Connectivity and Computing Technology. IoT Gateways Portfolio IoT Features Gateway Support & IT Services IoT Gateways for Industrial Settings Enable IT/OT Convergence and Digital Transformation with the following selection of hardware and software solutions , designed for data acquisition , edge sensing , edge-to-cloud computing , remote process control and asset security in business and industrial environments . Our solutions use varied protocols such as EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Modbus , MQTT, OPC UA, or PROFINET ; and connectivity technologies such as RS-485, Ethernet, PCI Express, USB, RFID, Wi-Fi, LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, or LTE-M . ​ Explore our Gateways Portfolio and Services to bridge the IT/OT gap . IoT Gateway Types Connect, manage and process data in remote or harsh environments. By computing at the edge you can reduce the load at the Cloud or to your Data Center, saving bandwidth, reducing latency and optimising on-site decision-making. A gateway between production and higher-level IT or the Cloud to enable connectivity from industria l assets to MES, ERP, SCADA and Analytics Apps. EDGE TO CLOUD GATEWAYS Protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security risks. These gateways watch and filter network traffic between IoT devices and the Internet or a Local Network. SECURITY GATEWAYS Gateway solutions with Industrial security features that include Authentication, Encryption, Acces Control & Policy Enforcement, Software-defined Networks, Firewalling, Intrusion Detection/Prevention and Vulnerability scanning. MOBILE IOT GATEWAYS These solutions link devices to any network or the internet utilising cellular or wireless communication protocols. Process and analyse mobile asset data closer to its origin, at the edge or in the cloud in real-time for location and operation monitoring /management. ​ Our mobile IoT gatewa ys are supported by Data SIMs, RFID or RTLS technologies, accordingly to your identification and location needs. Request more Info Bridge the IT/OT Gap IoT Features Each of our IoT Gateway Devices is engineered to deliver reliability and peak performance, ensuring the seamless operation of your facilities. Some of the advantages of bridging the IT/OT Gap with our Gateways and Convergence Services include: Improved Operational Efficiency Predictive Maintenance Capabilities Enhanced Data-informed Decision-making Substantial Cost Efficiencies Check the features embedded in all the IoT Gateways we work with: Data Transfer & Protocol Management Automatically select protocols according to the amount and frequency of data to be transferred and where. Control streaming, filtering, and storage to minimise delays and ensure device fidelity. Edge Pre-processing Aggregate, summarise, and synchronise traffic at the edge from different devices & protocols, reducing the volume of data forwarded to the cloud while. The network's load and latency remain balanced. Device Management and Configuration Manage the speed, cadence and performance of the communications infrastructure at your different operation sites. Access real-time asset location, identification and commissioning. System Integration Intermediate between IoT devices, central networks, mobile networks, or the cloud, enabling data transferring, and asset and process management into legacy systems or new developments. Multiple Location Integration Interconnect geographically dispersed facilities to each other for coordinated operations, process standardisation and data aggregation. Enable remote management, improve decision-making and support business objectives. Scalability Modular design, scalable processing power, multi-protocol support for diverse device connectivity, cloud integration, edge computing capabilities, and load balancing for changeable volumes of data. Cloud Connectivity Seamless, secure connectivity with cloud platforms and systems for device management and expanding data processing / storing capabilities. Enable AI capabilities and IT Automation. Enhanced Security Implement trusted identities, strong encryption, and crypto authentication schemes, along with redundancy mechanisms to ensure high availability and zero-trust policy compliance. Real-time Data Analysis Allow on-site plant managers, engineers and operators to access actionable machinery, process and product insights in real-time, whilst enabling higher-level data analysis for Operation Managers. More about IT/OT Convergence IoT Services & Support Network Design Polestar helps you to discover which are your data, security and infrastructure needs for the implementation/update of IoT communication systems. ​ We develop a visual representation of your 'to-be' network and integrate physical connections; quantity, type, and location of all devices and endpoints; IP addresses; and security processes. ​ We dedicate appropriate time and resources to the design process to create a network that is easy to manage, cost-effective, and ready to scale . Consulting & Security Based on our industrial expertise we will help your organisation sort digitalisation and integration challenges, creating a long-term plan for technology adoption. ​ Network security is built in during the early design stages to prevent incompatibility of security tools. ​ We create a list of the specific resilience challenges of your organisation (security incidents, network issues, operations downtime, or scale up / down needs) and use these scenarios to test the network design's ability to respond. IT Services Our IT services include Cloud and On-premise systems implementation and migration, Data Centre Installations, System & Network Integration, IT Procurement, Network Auditing Services, Networking Systems Implementation and Configuration, Structured Cabling, and In-life support. ​ We also develop IQ OQ PQ Documentation, IT/OT Integration Policies, and other Compliance Documentation. ​ Learn more here: IT Services Contact Us IoT Gateways Case Studies Case Study: High-Availability IT for a UK Food & Beverage Manufacturer A Failover Solution for a SCADA Migration Project at one of the leading Food & Bev manufacturers in Europe and the UK. Case Study: UCS Deployment & Secure Network for a Pharmaceutical | FMCG Producer Click here to download the full case. Cisco's UCS (Unified Computing System) help manufacturing businesses to achieve the consistency,... Case Study: Secure Networks & MES for a Modular Houses Manufacturer Read the full Case Study here. To guarantee better quality in production, the customer required the implementation of a secure by design...

Polestar Industrial IT | Our Services | ZTA Remote Access | Demo Zero-Trust Remote Access Enable secure and agile remote access to internal Apps, IT & OT Systems, and ICS . Our ZTA and ZTNA PaaS make it simple to deliver granular, just-in-time remote access to individual IT & OT assets. Create and safely manage up to 1000 connections to critical systems whilst streamlining remote data access & operations between your IT/OT teams and third-party users. Schedule a Demo System Features Want to know more? Schedule a Demo or Get a Quote of our ZTRA solutions: Registration ZTA Remote Access Demo Schedule a demo with Polestar for a deep dive into our Zero-Trust Remote Access Platform. Filter by: Staff Member (All) ZTA Customers Fast. Simple. Secure. Features End-to-end Encryption Our remote access tunnels end at the OT DMZ outside of your security stack, allowing your Layer 7 firewalls to read data in the clear. Standard networks will use two layers of AES-256, with independent 4096-bit RSA keys. ​ + MFA and SSO, including to legacy apps. Disposable Virtual Networks Virtual desktops act as a sacrificial component. Any malware on a user's device or network smashes into the desktop, rather than industrial networks or assets. ​ You will only need one different VDI for each concurrent user that has access your ICS, OT or IT systems. + No data stored in the cloud. On-prem/Cloud Remote Access Remotely access Network Management Systems, Automation Portals, PLCs, OT Servers, BI and other Operational Apps. ​ Remote Privileged Access Management that works with your critical legacy applications. So you can bring modern identity security to your existing technology, without the need for costly upgrades or replacements. ​ + Make applications and networks invisible to the internet. Full control and visibility post-connection, plus detailed audit trail. Register your Interest Trusted by... Customers Who is this product for? This platform is perfect for IT Managers to allow secure connectivity to other IT, OT, Engineering, and Operations teams, along with 3rd Party Users, improving efficiency on their maintenance & control processes. Schedule a Demo

IRIS & RTLS Industrial Remote Interconnect Service & Real-Time Location Services Simple Secure Accessible - Plug & Play - arrives preconfigured, tested and ready to deploy. ​ - Single point of contact for support. ​ - Proactive service monitoring and fault resolution. ​ - Straightforward approval process for new users and devices. ​ - Scalable from single to practically unlimited users and devices. ​ -3G/4G connection with data usage included. (ADSL & WAN options available on request) - Encrypted VPN connections. ​ - No need for direct access to corporate networks. ​ - Production assets such as PLCs, HMIs, and plant machinery are accessible but protected. ​ - Managed user access control. ​ - Scalable from single to practically unlimited users and devices. ​ -Auditing capabilities including: Engineer name Time of connection Duration connected Data usage ​ - Convenient remote access for data collection and equipment monitoring to reduce engineer visit costs. ​ - Engineers have flexibility to deploy projects remotely, anytime, anyplace. ​ - Allows fast response, diagnostics and resolutions to reduce downtime. ​ -Open standards for interoperability with a wide range of network environments. ​ - No specialist IT knowledge required. IRIS RTLS Industrial Remote Interconnect Service Polestar's IRIS solution enables you to connect directly to the factory floor. Granting secure access to real-time data, IRIS allows engineers to perform maintenance and check system issues remotely. Real Time Location Services Use Wi-Fi tags for tracking assets and people in real-time to improve operational efficiency and protect your workers. For more information on IRIS or any of our other IoT solutions, please contact us.

Integrating machines, networks and data for seamless operations Meet the Team About Us Polestar Industrial IT helps organisations maximise the return on their IT investment and to gain competitive and operational advantage from Industrial IoT . ​ Since 1997 , we have been delivering enterprise and industrial IT infrastructures to customers across the UK, Europe and North America. From factory floor to boardroom we have established ourselves as leaders in secure, high-availability infrastructure design , delivery and support that is robust enough for the most demanding of environments and applications. ​ Polestar’s core product is our consultative approach combined with our specialist knowledge. Our expertise in ‘connected platforms’ gives us the ability to deliver our services in the following 3 key areas of Industrial IoT : + Data Acquisition + Data Transport + Data Analysis Polestar's Services Our Commitment Industry and Infrastructure We build resilient IT infrastructure , helping companies to achieve one of the millennium goals of inclusive-sustainable industrialisation and the promotion of innovation. This also contributes to increasing resource-use efficiency, and to raising the industry’s share of employment and gross domestic product. ​ ​ Upskilling and Equality From mentoring young people and inexperienced adults in developing the skills they need to thrive today and in the future, to generating equal opportunities for individuals of any background, at Polestar we enhance UK & EU's workforce skills, knowledge and experience to address some of the biggest challenges of our time. We are committed to supporting the next-gen workforce . ​ ​ Sustainability We are engaged with helping industrial companies to track their energy consumption and detect opportunities to reduce waste and accelerate environmental sustainability. On our own side, we believe in process improvement through technology, and the use of cleaner energies. For that reason, we are located at the Innovation Park at the University of Nottingham, one of the greenest campuses in the United Kingdom . Our Purpose Polestar Industrial IT recognise that cutting-edge technology gives organisations a competitive advantage. We are passionate about enabling our customers to realise this potential. Our Vision Polestar Industrial IT in the UK and Europe as a referent in the design, implementation, and support of IT and IoT systems within industrial settings ; for customers who aspire to be at the forefront of their market. Industrial IT & IoT Services Consulting Services IT/OT Auditing, Policy Creation, Network Design, Cyber security Consulting & IIoT Implementation Planning. More about this Service Industrial Networking We configure and securely install your switching, routing, wired and wireless Industrial Networking Systems. More about this Service Industrial Cybersecurity We create Secure-by-Design factory networks aligned with the most rigorous Industrial Security standards. More about this Service Industrial Data & IoT OT Data Systems, Backup, Recovery & Redundant Networking for Business Resilience in Industrial settings. More about this Service Industrial Edge to Cloud Securely connect all your factory "things" to the Internet with our Network Integration Services & IIoT Consulting. More about this Service IT/OT Support Certified Networking & Cyber security Specialists that can provide expertise and flexible support from End-to-end. More about this Service Contact Us Industrial IT Services A Team of Specialists... Julian Smith CyberSecurity Engineer, IT | OT Optimisation & Strategic Business. Andy Llewellyn Design, implementation & troubleshooting of resilient OT and servers. Rory IT/OT IT & OT Connectivity | IT/OT Integration Stuart Gregory Communications, Systems Engineer and Project Manager. DCCIS. Neil Scott Network Engineer & IT Consultant. Cisco CCNA for Industrial Networks. Glenys Hall Partnerships Manager, contracts and SLA negotiations. Mario A. Castro-Rojas Digital Business Strategy: IoT, Cloud, Mobility & Marketing. IT & OT Projects Case Study: High-Availability IT for a UK Food & Beverage Manufacturer A Failover Solution for a SCADA Migration Project at one of the leading Food & Bev manufacturers in Europe and the UK. Case Study: UCS Deployment & Secure Network for a Pharmaceutical | FMCG Producer Click here to download the full case. Cisco's UCS (Unified Computing System) help manufacturing businesses to achieve the consistency,... Case Study: Secure Networks & MES for a Modular Houses Manufacturer Read the full Case Study here. To guarantee better quality in production, the customer required the implementation of a secure by design...

IIoT & Industry 4.0 Technologies C onnected, Secure and Smart Manufacturing ... Anytime, Anywhere All IIoT Technologies Industrial IoT Technologies Interested in Implementing Industry 4.0 Technologies? Just Contact Us DATA MANAGEMENT Know More SMART FACTORY Know More NETWORKING BASICS Know More IT | OT SECURITY Know More INDUSTRIAL CONNECTIVITY Know More Basic IIoT Stage: Networking Basics Ensure that your industrial facilities meet basic physical needs, including IT Networks and Systems, Power Stability and Plant Climate Management. What could be the application of these technologies in my Manufacturing Company? Check our Past IIoT Projects Basic IIoT Solutions Secure: Make connectivity and information safe through the implementation of secure network architectures, cybersecurity, and redundancy to avoid downtime and external threats. Connected: Enable unlimited arrangements of connections between devices, sensors, systems, platforms, productive outputs and people. Embrace industrial automation. Gatherer: Consolidate all your processes' data into single views and dashboards to track and optimise your industrial systems. Smart: Explore and use all of your analytics assets to deploy logic and predictive behaviour towards constantly improving productivity and reaching significant cost-reductions. IIoT Case Studies Case Study: High-Availability IT for a UK Food & Beverage Manufacturer A Failover Solution for a SCADA Migration Project at one of the leading Food & Bev manufacturers in Europe and the UK. Case Study: UCS Deployment & Secure Network for a Pharmaceutical | FMCG Producer Click here to download the full case. Cisco's UCS (Unified Computing System) help manufacturing businesses to achieve the consistency,... Case Study: Secure Networks & MES for a Modular Houses Manufacturer Read the full Case Study here. To guarantee better quality in production, the customer required the implementation of a secure by design...

IT | OT Convergence Strategy in Manufacturing Christmas Cookies Cutting & Baking About this Web Event The second of our Q4-2020 webinar series: Explore with us the journey to be IIoT ready. We will have a Live Cookie Baking Competition! * Please pre-book your attendance here - We have a limited number of slots that are likely to be booked out early, so please confirm your attendance as soon as you can. IT & OT Policies in Manufacturing How the creation of these policies can support an IIoT strategy to improve efficiency and boost productivity? ​ Speaking : Julian Smith, Polestar Interactive; and a guest from a global manufacturing company. Pre-Register to the event using the form below: In this webinar, along with Siemens and a leader from a global manufacturing company , we will explore the journey needed to be IIoT ready and how organisations can assess their preparedness to deploy IT & OT solutions to maximise their benefits. ​ During the event, we will discuss the flaws of a cookie-cutter approach when designing an IIoT strategy and why any enterprise need to customize their implementation process. Finally, we will hold a cookie baking competition to win an IIoT strategy consultancy , along with an additional prize (TBC). ​ Also, there will be a focus on cybersecurity for the OT domain. The schedule for the day will be: Wednesday the 9th of Dec, 2020. 12:00-14:00 Creating IT & OT Policies Which is the route map for creating such policies? ​ Speaking : Senior IIoT Expert from Siemens, (TBC). Cookie Cutting & Baking Enjoy a break making tasty gingerbread cookies for Christmas while discussing IIoT readiness: Is it possible to take a "Cookie Cutter" approach? ​ Speaking & Guiding : Louise Sturman, Polestar Interactive​. * The Cookie Baking Boxset and Kindle competition registrations are now closed. Register to join the webinar. Subject to Availability. UK Delivery Only. Register Cookie Cutting & Baking Competition Enjoy of a session learning how to cut, bake and decorate cookies for Christmas! ​ During the baking we will have a session to help you assess your company's preparedness to implement IIoT technologies. ​ There will be also two prizes (One Kindle Fire and a Free Strategy Consultancy) for the best pictures taken and uploaded to social media with the hashtags #ChristmasCookieChallenge and #PolestarCookies (on LinkedIn or Twitter). More info about the challenge here! Get the Baking Instructions Booklet Cookie Cutting & Baking Who can attend? This webinar is directed at CEOs, CTOs, COOs, Production Managers, Heads of Engineering, Network Managers, Security & Control Engineers, and similar from Manufacturing enterprises, interested in moving ahead with their Automation and IoT projects. ​ Nevertheless, if we find some spaces available we will welcome other professional profiles interested in joining. Can't Make it to this Session? No hurries, no worries... We have more going on during 2021 . Please check all of Polestar's events: IIoT Events

Polestar Industrial IT | Our Services | Professional IT Services for the East Midlands Business IT Services for the East Midlands We audit, configure, install, and optimise your IT Networks, Hardware & Systems . Get UK's industry-specialised IT Engineers to deploy and secure your industrial communications for better process & data efficiency . IT Services & Support IT Systems & Solutions Digital Transformation for SMEs IT Services & Support IT Services & Support in the Midlands and Beyond Choose which data is synced to the cloud and which stays on-premise. Whether you'd like to back up your information or use cloud services for analytics, we'll assist you. Request IT Support Our cybersecurity portfolio for business include secure-by-design infrastructure, policy development & governance, and fit-for-purpose solution licensing & hardware. Request IT Support Polestar's technology partnerships will allow you to access the best pricing & support for every SaaS Licensing & Hardware solution you may need. Request IT Support Cloud Services & Migration IT & OT Cybersecurity IT Procurement We physically assess your facilities to deploy a fit-for-purpose cabling structure. Industrial network cabling for harsh environments with enterprise-class features. Request IT Support With our Network Auditing services we help you to find faults in your network and perform WiFi/Wireless Surveys to improve the efficiency of your IT communications. Request IT Support Our Engineers will help you increase your networks speed, load and efficiency to prevent or treat performance issues, and set up full network prioritisation for apps. Request IT Support Structured Cabling Network Auditing Services Network Balancing Our Network and Cybersecurity Engineers are specialised in the Integration of Enterprise IT and Legacy Systems. We can help if you also need data Migration. Request IT Support We help manufacturers to establish documented evidence of the correct installation and safe operation of your production equipment according to requirements. Request IT Support Call it Digitalisation, Smart Manufacturing or Industry 4.0, we help you trace the routemap to achieve your operational goals through technology. Request IT Support Systems Integration IQ OQ PQ Documentation Smart Factory Consulting Trusted by: IT Systems & Solutions Provisioning Business-grade Hardware IT Hardware Computing Hardware Production Line PCs Laptops & Mobile Devices Edge Computing IoT Gateways Networking Hardware WAN Rugged Switches WAN Rugged Routers Transreceivers/Converters Infrastructure as a Service Data Centre UCS Serial Servers Private Cloud Services Backup & Disaster Recovery Industrial Wireless WiFi 6 Routers Industrial 5G Data SIMs for M2M/IoT RTLS WiFi/BLE Tags Industrial Hardware All of our IT Hardware Solutions are industrial-grade, which grants you resistance to rugged environments; and the availability, traffic types, determinism, reliability, synchronicity, and resilience that your facilities require. We also deal with hardware for carpeted environments. Edge to Cloud Secure Remote Access Edge Gateways IoT Gateways Cloud Connectivity Cloud Storage Contact Us SaaS & PaaS IT Software Let us assess your IT Strategy and existing systems thoroughly in order to provision accurate fit-for-purpose SaaS or PaaS Solutions . We can also guide you on the right licensing schemes, depending on the size of your business. We do not only collaborate with Corporate Businesses but also with Small to Medium Enterprises . Network Management Data Centre Cybersecurity Remote Access & Collaboration Business Analytics - AI IoT & Cloud Services Field Assets Management Process & Machinery Analytics - AI Contact Us Contact Us About Polestar Industrial IT We are an IT services company that designs and implements Secure Networking Systems and SaaS solutions for companies to interconnect their assets and teams - regardless of physical location; enabling them to improve quality, increase productivity and enhance operations. Learn more about our specialised team of IT Engineers and Digital Transformation experts... More About Us IT Support in the Midlands IT Services & Support for the Midlands and Beyond Located at the Sir Colin Campbell Innovation Park, Polestar agilely delivers IT Services for companies operating in the main cities of the UK Midlands. However, our team has also specialised in working either on-site or remotely with manufacturers and enterprises with facilities located across the UK and the EU. Nottingham & Derby IT Services Nottingham Coventry IT Services Coventry Leicester IT Services Leicester Bedford IT Services Bedford Northampton IT Services Northampton Milton Keynes IT Services Milton Keynes Rest of the UK IT Services in the UK European Union IT Services in the EU We take pride in building long-term, trust-based relationships with our customers by providing world-class ongoing Network & IT life-cycle support. With our dedicated boutique services, we provide a comprehensive range of tailor-made IT and Industrial Networking Solutions. ​ Our industry-specific expertise covers the following verticals, to mention some... Industry-specific IT Services IT Support Industrial Specialisation Food and Beverage ​The F&B Industry requires IT Solutions fitted to both their carpeted and uncarpeted environments, with enterprise and ruggedised systems integrated. We are experts in this vertical, and acknowledge common IT bottlenecks and challenges. IT Services Food & Bev FMCG The FMCG Industry comprises a complex ever-changing array of operations in terms of the production, packaging, distribution and marketing of goods. Consequently, companies in this vertical require IT companies with highly specialised technology services. IT Services FMCG Pharmaceutical Compliance is key in the Pharma industry. IT companies aiming to serve this vertical need strong cybersecurity and governance policy development skills. At Polestar we specialise in IT Consulting for highly regulated industries, such as Pharma & Healthcare. IT Services Pharma Retail When handling, customer, supply chain, and financial data, cybersecurity is critical. We can assess your current and future securirty risks and needs and offer your Retail Enterprise a bespoke security solution in therms of Policies, Infrastructure and SaaS. IT Services Retail Automotive R&D, Data, and Quality Assurance are the key drivers of the Automotive Industry. Let us guide you through IT/OT integration and technology uplifting, modernising at your pace using existing infrastructure to enhance your operations and meet the demands of this market. IT Services Automotive Logistics Asset Tracking, Wide area connectivity, and High-availability are key for seamless operations in a Warehouse or for Transportation Logistics. At Polestar we can assess your business' technology needs and provision best-in-class systems and services. IT Services Warehousing Education Wide area connectivity and High-availability are key for seamless operations in the Education Sector. At Polestar we can assess your institutions' technology needs and provision best-in-class systems and services to help you position as leaders in the market. IT Services Education Healthcare ​The Healthcare Industry requires IT Solutions fitted to both their carpeted and uncarpeted environments, with enterprise and ruggedised systems integrated and high compliance standards. We help you solve common IT bottlenecks and challenges. IT Services Healthcare Contact Us Digitalisation Resources IoT Gateway Devices vs IoT Devices: Types & Functionality At the heart of the internet of things are the IoT Gateways, a set of networking & computing devices which play the main connectivity role. 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IT Infrastructure Services Digital Transformation & Smart Manufacturing Services & Technologies Our Digitalisation solutions for businesses & manufacturers allow all systems, machinery, people and processes to become securely hyper-connected and hyper-aware; with high-availability, flexibility and scalability. We help you achieve a clear overview of what is happening in every part of your productive ecosystem, to increase cybersecurity, avoid operational downtime, and improve efficiency. Learn more Our Industry 4.0 Solutions EDGE COMPUTING Know More REMOTE ACCESS TO ICS Know More IT | OT CONVERGENCE Know More DATA ARCHITECTURES Know More DATA CENTER SYSTEMS Know More PROCESS ANALYTICS Know More NETWORK INTEGRATION Know More IIoT CONNECTIVITY & NETWORKS Know More IT & OT SECURITY Know More HYBRI D CLOUD Know More Our Services Digital Transformation Partners & Certificates Create a full digital overview of your manufacturing sites that includes your legacy systems and new implementations. Get real-time insights from the data that your connected assets generate. We are an end-to-end Industrial IoT solution provider that, through our expertise and partnerships, can help you reach the following Digital Transformation Maturity Stages : ​ Basic: Ensure that your facilities meet basic physical needs, including communication networks and systems, power stability and climate management. Secure: Make connectivity and information safe through the implementation of secure network architectures, cybersecurity, and redundancy to avoid downtime and external threats. Connected: Enable unlimited arrangements of connections between devices, sensors, systems, platforms, productive outputs and people. Embrace industrial automation. Gatherer: Consolidate all your processes' data into single views and dashboards to track and optimise your industrial systems. Smart: Explore and use all of your analytics assets to deploy logic and predictive behaviour towards constantly improving productivity and reaching significant cost-reductions. -We work with the following vendors to make your Manufacturing Enterprise radically connected, secure and efficient... Anytime, Anywhere. A bit dizzy with all of this? Book a Consultancy All Certifications All Partners Whitepapers & Research Whitepaper: Industrial Data Space The industrial data space (IDS) provides a basis for smart service scenarios and innovative cross-company business processes.

Cisco: Industrial IT XYZ Know how to get there Financing Options Digital Transformation with Make the most of your Industrial Networks & Data The volume of data in the industry grows continuously. How can you acquire knowledge from this vast amount of information so you can make better and faster decisions and actions? Let Us Guide You Exploit the full potential of your machine and plant data to increase your competitive edge and generate new business models. ​ Optimal utilisation of the data generated in production environments requires having Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) networks seamlessly connected. Our Industrial IT services, powered by Siemens Industrial Networking Systems, allow efficient networking of automation components based on professional infrastructure planning and implementation. We help your Industrial Environment to lay the best foundation for embracing digital transformation. How you can benefit from Siemens Industrial Edge Full Control Over your Data Get control over what data is processed and where it is used. Decide whether to keep your industrial data on-site, or to process it further in a Cloud infrastructure... Seamless OT & IT Connections OT networks are part of automation. To avoid failures, these networks have to be constantly available and reliable. Perform Data transmission reliably at all times, even under difficult conditions. Reduced Storage and Transmission Costs Central management of edge devices and apps reduces deployment and maintenance costs. Analyse data where it originates. Local data from IoT devices can be quickly preprocessed and sent. Contact Us Let our specialists guide you + Want to know more about how you can implement and use Edge-Computing in your company? + Want to improve your Industrial Networks and the connectivity of your OT & IT Systems? ...Talk to our experts who will be happy to advise you! With the comprehensive range of industrial networking solutions that Siemens offer, and Polestar's expertise in secure architectures , we help you to lay a comprehensive foundation for digitalisation and accompany you from End-to-End through the digital transformation of your industrial plants. Industrial Networking Networking Solutions Polestar & Siemens Professional Services, Networking Components. A comprehensive offering of industrial network solutions for resilient and flawless interaction between OT and IT systems. Network components, software and network consulting. Ask Us Industrial Ethernet Siemens Switches, IoT Gateways, Cabling & Network Security. Siemens' Industrial Ethernet is the tried-and-tested technology that can meet the p ower, integration, and real-time availability requirements for industrial communications – including the Ethernet-based standard TSN. Ask Us Wireless Comms Siemens Industrial Wireless LAN, Routers, Transmitters & Fieldbus. Explore the possibilities for flexible and efficient automation solutions. Siemens cover the entire industrial wireless communication spectrum from Wireless LAN (IWLAN) to WiMAX & WirelessHART. Ask Us Remote Access Siemens Telecontrol & Remote Network Systems. We offer solutions for industrial remote access to the manufacturing and process industries to connect plants geographically dispersed. We implement a broad spectrum of IT systems to access remote networks. Ask Us Network Management XYZ XYZ X Y Z A B C Cisco DNA Financial Services Equipment & Technology, Working Capital & Projects Finance. Siemens offer international financing solutions in the B2B area, primarily in the energy, industry and healthcare markets. The division finances infrastructure, equipment, and working capital investments. Know more Dazed and Confused? Book an IoT Consulting Session Siemens Financial Services for the Industry Today's market places greater pressure on manufacturers: There is demand to increase output without compromising quality and to work in a sustainable way, all with increasingly stretched budgets. At Polestar , we understand that acquiring new equipment and technology is not always easy. For that sole reason, we have partnered with Siemens Financial Services (SFS) to offer flexible finance options and make digital transformation & cyber security more accessible to our industrial customers. ​ Siemens work closely with manufacturing experts to create affordable and innovative financing. We can relieve the pressure that the industry face nowadays by creating bespoke solutions and putting the equipment and technology your company need within easy reach. ​ With a tailored financing package from Siemens Financial Services you can access better industrial networks, cloud technology, cyber security, hardware, software, and IIoT services to help you stay ahead of competitors. Check some of the SFS Solutions for Manufacturers: HIRE PURCHASE Do you need new equipment or technologies and want to take advantage of tax terms & capital allowance? FINANCE LEASE We purchase and own the equipment or technologies you need, and then lease them to you. No capital funds needed. OPERATING LEASE The equipment is owned by SFS, and is accounted for by you as a shorter term rental expense. SOFTWARE PLAN Do you need access to software to empower your company to make information driven decisions? MANAGED SERVICES Do you need a one stop solution for supply and maintenance of equipment? PAY PER OUTCOME Flexible payments are linked to system usage to suit your the value that the technologies are delivering. SFS & Polestar can help. Contact Us Want to dig deeper? SFS Brochure Siemens Financing Some of the industry verticals we serve: FOOD & BEVERAGE The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly to cope with the changing nature of supply and demand, developing technologies, digitalisation and new ways of working. See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the F&B Industry. FMCG We’ve seen the benefits that agile technologies and digitalisation bring, in terms of increased productivity, energy efficiency and quality for FMCG manufacturing, production and packaging. ​ See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the FMCG Industry. PHARMACEUTICAL Pharma is a high compliance industry vertical that needs to constantly invest in machinery, technology, resiliency and facilities to maintain and improve quality, create more value and remain competitive. ​ See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the Pharmaceutical Industry. MODULAR CONSTRUCTION Building quiality modular furniture, homes and spaces requires high levels of process automation and systems resiliency. ​ See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the Modular Construction Industry. AEROSPACE In the aerospace industry, process optimisation is being boosted by IIoT-powered analytics that offer insights enabling companies to rapidly take action to correct inefficiencies, wether it is aircraft manufacturing, in-flight operations, or airport logistics. ​ See our IIoT Implementation Case Studies for the Aerospace Industry. AUTOMOTIVE IIoT and Smart manufacturing fuel the pace of development and innovation that leading Automotive manufacturers require. ​ In the automotive industry, operating models continue to move towards connected systems that drive cost optimisations, improve product quality and time-to-market. And many others... Book an IIoT Consulting Session Latest info from Siemens in our IIoT Blog IoT Gateway Devices vs IoT Devices: Types & Functionality IoT Edge to assist the nearshoring/reshoring of Manufacturing Facilities Industrial 5G Networks 1 2 3 4

IIoT Consulting Industrial IoT Technologies Industry 4.0 might mean lots of things to different people. To Polestar is all about Connectivity, Security, the Industrial Data Space, Automation, and after all... becoming an efficient Smart Factory. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Together with our partners , we provide a seamless experience to Industrial Manufacturers wanting to integrate IoT solutions into their business. Secure Remote Access There's no substitute for experience. Especially when it comes to investing time, money and effort into a new project. Energy Efficiency Polestar can offer you all the support you need. Our team of IoT specialists have experience in handling projects for a variety of different businesses in the manufacturing, utilities, transport and healthcare sectors. Cybersecurity There's no substitute for experience. Especially when it comes to investing time, money and effort into a new project. ...and More! We are working hard to bring you a detailed description of all the technologies and services we offer to help you develop your Industrial IoT projects and reach your productivity, security, and efficiency goals. Just hang in there! We'll be back to you soon... Book a Consulting Session