Mentor's Musings on Systems Thinking & Standardization Imperatives for Making the Critical Infrastructure Cyber Secure & Resilient

Protecting the cybersecurity of critical infrastructures and their supply chains is crucial for the simple reason that these systems power our daily lives—from electricity and water to healthcare and transportation. A cyber incident disrupting the functioning of these vital services can cause widespread chaos, endanger lives, and cripple economies. As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated and pervasive, ensuring the resilience and security of these critical systems is not just a technological necessity but a fundamental safeguard for the well-being and continuity of modern life. It needs a Systems Thinking and System Engineering approach duly supported by comprehensive set appropriate Standards.