Project 2016-02 introduced sweeping changes across CIP standards that permit and address the risks of dynamic CIP environments. These new CIP environments may now include the implementation of certain features and benefits of virtualization or new technologies and architectures that ensure electronic and technical controls are met.

However, there are many responsible entities that choose not to implement these technologies within their CIP environments for a variety of reasons. What do the sweeping changes from Project 2016-02 mean for them?

The investigation of these case files will dig into the details of Project 2016-02 and unearth answers that might just pave the way for your organization’s future security and compliance programs.