That's a really insightful question that gets to the heart of modern manufacturing's dilemma. You're absolutely right to wonder about this - as we connect everything from sensors to machines to entire factories, we're creating amazing efficiencies but also introducing new vulnerabilities. The reality is that smart manufacturing does create more potential single points of failure. Each connected device - whether it's a sensor with default passwords, a camera running outdated firmware, or a human-machine interface on Windows 7 - becomes a potential entry point for attackers. And once they're in, they can often move laterally through the network. However, the key isn't to avoid connectivity, but to build resilience into the design. This means implementing Zero Trust architectures where every connection is verified, segmenting networks so a breach in one area doesn't compromise everything, and continuously monitoring for anomalies. It's about moving from 'if we get attacked' to 'when we get attacked' thinking. The best manufacturers are treating cybersecurity as a core engineering requirement from the start, not an afterthought. They're asking suppliers about their security practices, implementing proper access controls, and building systems that can detect and respond to threats quickly. So to answer your question: we're doing both. We're creating more potential failure points, but with proper design and security practices, we can build systems that are actually more resilient than their disconnected predecessors. The challenge is making sure security keeps pace with connectivity.