Webinar: Bridging IT–OT Gaps: OT-Led Data Transformation in Action

Secure The OT Operations That Power Everyday Life

Industrial Cyber Security gaps and aging infrastructure put safety, production, and profitability at risk. Flat networks, unmonitored remote access, and unprotected SCADA systems leave critical assets exposed to threats that IT tools alone cannot see or stop.

Dexcent helps OT, engineering, and security leaders strengthen their OT infrastructure so they can keep operations safe, compliant, and resilient with confidence.

Strategize, Transform, and Evolve your OT Cyber Security with Dexcent.

Minimize Risk. Ensure Operational Resilience.

Dexcent helps industrial organizations protect, modernize, and future proof their OT infrastructure so one incident does not bring operations to a halt.

Is your OT environment as secure and resilient as it needs to be?

Comprehensive OT Infrastructure & Cyber Security Services

Dexcent brings together strategy, engineering, and Cyber Security expertise to protect, optimize, and sustain critical industrial operations. Our services follow a clear path: Strategize, Transform, and Evolve.

Build a clear OT Cyber Security roadmap before you invest in technology. Dexcent’s consultants help you understand your current risk, prioritize improvements, and align Cyber Security investments with operational priorities and regulatory requirements.

Learn more about our Cyber Security consulting service.

Turn your strategy into secure, resilient infrastructure. Dexcent designs and implements segmented OT networks, secure remote access, and integrated monitoring so your control systems, SCADA, and security platforms work together rather than in silos.

 Explore our Solution Architecture, Design, and Implementation service.

Security is not a one-time project. Dexcent provides ongoing sustainment so your OT environment keeps pace with new threats, patches, and operational changes. You gain a partner that understands your systems and keeps them secure over time.

 Discover how our Patching as a Service offering helps you stay ahead of OT vulnerabilities.

Consulting Services

Technical Solutions and Implementation Services

Sustainment Services

The Cost of Weak OT Cyber Security Implementation

Many organizations underestimate how quickly OT security gaps turn into real financial, safety, and reputational damage. Weak OT Cyber Security and aging infrastructure increase risk across four critical areas.

Unplanned Downtime

A single cyber incident or system failure can halt production for hours or days, driving lost revenue, missed customer commitments, and costly restart efforts.

Rising Cyber Threats

Attacks on OT and IT networks are increasing, targeting industrial control systems and SCADA. Without visibility into OT assets and traffic, threats can move undetected.

Regulatory & Compliance Risks

Failure to meet standards like NERC CIP or industry specific requirements can result in fines, legal exposure, and limits on critical operations.

Integration & Scalability Challenges

Legacy and point solutions that do not integrate across OT and IT make it hard to scale security, deploy new technologies, or support digital initiatives.

Unplanned Downtime

A single outage can cost thousands per hour.

Rising Cyber Threats

Attacks on OT and IT networks are increasing, targeting industrial control systems and SCADA vulnerabilities.

Regulatory & Compliance Risks

Failure to meet standards like NERC CIP, IEC 62443, and ISO 27001 results in fines and legal exposure.

Integration & Scalability Challenges

Outdated security and network architectures block the adoption of AI, cloud, and IoT technologies.

Security isn’t just about compliance—it’s about protecting operational continuity and profitability.

Why OT Infrastructure & Cyber Security Matter

Protecting Critical Operations

Industrial control systems and SCADA are the backbone of manufacturing, utilities, and other essential services. A single vulnerability can lead to:

Proactive Threat Mitigation

Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and reactive security isn’t enough. Dexcent provides:

Ensuring Compliance & Risk Management

OT Cyber Security is also about meeting regulatory expectations and managing long-term risk. We help you:

Building Future-Ready Resilience

Legacy infrastructure and fragmented solutions limit your ability to adapt. Dexcent enables you to:

Dexcent: Your OT Infrastructure & Cyber Security Partner

As an independent OT and Cyber Security integrator, Dexcent guides industrial organizations through securing and optimizing their OT infrastructure. We understand the pressure to protect people, assets, and uptime while managing complex technologies and regulations.

Our role is to be your guide, helping you strategize, transform, and evolve so your operations stay secure and productive.

 

A Proven Process for Industrial Security & Resilience

Our partnerships with leading industrial security solution providers strengthens this approach, integrating AI-driven OT and IoT monitoring for advanced visibility and threat response.

Explore Our OT Infrastructure & Cyber Security Services

Whether you are building your OT Cyber Security strategy, modernizing infrastructure, or sustaining complex environments, Dexcent provides services that fit where you are on the journey.

Why Choose Dexcent?

Industrial Cyber Security & Infrastructure Experts

Dexcent specializes in OT infrastructure and Cyber Security for industrial organizations. Our teams bring deep experience with control systems, networks, and operations, so recommendations reflect how your plants actually run.

Technology Partner Ecosystem

Dexcent collaborates with leading OT security and networking vendors such as Nozomi Networks and other key partners. We act as a systems integrator, helping you choose and implement the right mix of technologies rather than selling a single product.

End-to-End Security & Compliance

From assessments and roadmap development to implementation and sustainment, Dexcent covers every stage of the OT Cyber Security journey, helping you stay secure, compliant, and audit ready.

Future-Ready Solutions

Our Strategize, Transform, Evolve approach ensures your OT security program can grow with new plants, technologies, and regulations instead of becoming another legacy constraint.

Secure Your Operations with Dexcent

Cyber threats are not slowing down, and aging OT infrastructure increases the risk of downtime, safety incidents, and compliance failures. Proactive security and future ready network solutions are essential for keeping industrial operations secure, compliant, and resilient.

With deep OT expertise, strong technology partnerships, and a proven Strategize, Transform, Evolve approach, Dexcent helps you secure and optimize the operations that power everyday life.

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Dexcent empowers industrial operations to achieve excellence with innovative solutions in control systems, data transformation, and cyber security. By optimizing critical processes and safeguarding infrastructure, we help you enhance efficiency, ensure reliability, and build a resilient future. 

Andrew Capper

Vice President of Industrial Digital Transformation

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Andrew Capper is Vice President of Industrial Digital Transformation at Dexcent, helping industrial organizations improve data-driven decision-making by optimizing the data journey, reuniting siloed information, and delivering a trustworthy version of the truth.

With more than 25 years of experience, he is known as a results-driven leader who delivers on commitments and tackles complex information management challenges with a practical, human-centric approach. His work spans digital transformation strategy and roadmaps, governance, digital maturity assessments, and performance measurement through clear KPIs and metrics. Andrew is a NAIT graduate with training in Instrumentation Engineering Technology and Security Systems, and he brings a strong focus on safer, more effective operations from data producers through to data consumers

Nader Asgharinia

MP, P.Eng.

Vice President of Enterprise SCADA & Advanced Applications.

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Nader Asgharinia, PMP, P.Eng., is Vice President of Enterprise SCADA & Advanced Applications at Dexcent, leading the delivery of complex, mission-critical solutions with a clear focus on client experience and operational excellence. With more than 30 years in business execution and over 25 years managing multi-million-dollar programs for mission-critical and SCADA systems, he brings a pragmatic, delivery-at-scale approach to every engagement. Nader is recognized for building high-performing teams, driving disciplined portfolio execution, and delivering measurable business outcomes, including significant growth in program portfolios and team capacity over time. He holds a B.Sc.(Hons.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Newcastle-Upon-Type in the UK, a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Calgary, completed Georgetown University’s Director’s Program, is a Professional Engineer in Alberta, and a Project Management Professional.

Gerrit Nel

CISSP, CISM – Vice President of OT Infrastructure and Cyber Security Services

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Tobias (Gerrit) Nel, CISSP, CISM, is Vice President of OT Infrastructure and Cyber Security Services at Dexcent, leading the development and delivery of practical services and solutions that integrate, complement, or replace OT infrastructure and protect OT assets from cyber threats. He is known for building resilient security frameworks, governance processes, and integrated solutions that reduce risk and support compliance across diverse industries. Gerrit has over 40 years of relevant IT/OT experience and has built and delivered highly skilled and high-performance delivery teams. His strengths include Cyber Security roadmaps, security architecture, incident response, and alignment to standards such as IEC 62443, NIST, and NERC CIP. Furthermore, he has deep foundational technical experience in Networking and OT infrastructure systems architectures that he leverages in building and leading successful delivery teams. Gerrit holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Johannesburg and brings deep cross-sector experience supporting clients in oil and gas, mining, chemical, healthcare, financial, and government environments.

Jaydeep Deshpande

P.Eng. – President

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Jaydeep Deshpande, P.Eng., is a seasoned and decisive executive with over 25 years of experience driving operational excellence, profitability, and market growth in national and multinational organizations. As President, he is recognized for his strategic leadership, disciplined execution, and ability to lead organizations through change. Jaydeep is passionate about developing people, building strong leadership teams, and fostering a positive, performance-driven culture. His expertise spans strategic planning, business diversification, financial management, and organizational transformation, with a consistent focus on delivering growth-oriented, profitable results. He holds a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from the University of Alberta, is a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner and Project Management Professional (PMP), and has completed the CMA Accelerated Accounting Program, bringing deep financial and strategic insight to executive decision-making.

Karim Amarshi

Chairman of the Board

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Karim Amarshi is Chair of Dexcent’s Board of Directors, providing governance leadership and strategic oversight to support the company’s long-term strategy and executive team. With nearly 40 years as an entrepreneur and owner-operator, he is recognized for building high-performance organizations and forging strategic alliances across Information Technology, government, health care, education, and energy. He is the former co-owner and Chief Executive Officer of one of Canada’s leading enterprise Information Technology solution providers, where he led the organization through three successful mergers and helped scale long-term client and vendor partnerships. Karim remains active across a diverse business portfolio, serving as a founding principal, officer, and advisor to organizations spanning Information Technology, hospitality, manufacturing, retail, and real estate in Canada and internationally.

Yasmin Jivraj

FCIPS, I.S.P. | Board Member

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Yasmin Jivraj, FCIPS, I.S.P., is a Board Member at Dexcent, providing executive guidance and strategic oversight to support corporate management and long-term business direction. Over a 35-year career, she has held senior leadership roles across private, public, and non-profit organizations, with a track record of building operating foundations and driving profitable growth. Following a 15-year tenure as a co-owner and President of one of Canada’s leading strategic Information Technology solution providers, she expanded her governance leadership through active board service in post-secondary education and community-focused organizations. She is recognized for decisive, purpose-led leadership, clear communication, and deep expertise in technology, business models, and methodologies that help enterprise organizations advance digital transformation.

Nadir Jivraj

CEO, Board Member

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As Chief Executive Officer, Nadir is accountable for providing overall leadership and Dexcent’s Industrial operational performance. Nadir has been involved as an executive sponsor with Oil & Gas and Mining companies for over 35 years, and through the years has developed a strong working relationship with the Executive leadership team of many Fortune 500 companies.

Nadir is known for recognizing value and superior investment opportunities in the technology services sector. His pursuit of highly prospective technology companies around the world has resulted in numerous company start-ups. Prior to starting Dexcent, Nadir had led companies through highly profitable business transactions, including the merger of Atlas Systems Group with CompCanada (later renamed Acrodex) in 2000 and later as Chairman of the Board of Axcend Pvt – an engineering solutions provider – based in Bangalore, India from 2004 – 2014. Acrodex and Axcend were sold in 2015