Network Security

Network security and resilience solutions for logistics & manufacturing

MLR solutions are powering resilient warehouses, distribution hubs, and automated factories across the UK. Our network and security solutions deliver end-to-end connectivity, robust cybersecurity, and real-time visibility tailored to the fast-paced world of logistics and manufacturing. From temporary internet during new site builds to permanent fibre installations with Starlink/5G backups, we keep your operations online 24/7. We integrate SD-WAN, cloud-managed networking, Zero Trust access, segmentation, and advanced control room systems into one seamless package, so you can focus on moving goods and making products, not managing networks.

Benefits of reliable
connectivity & security

Cybersecurity & Risk Mitigation: Logistics and manufacturing have become prime targets for cyberattacks. Two-thirds of manufacturing firms experienced a ransomware attack by mid-2024. 44% of computers in manufacturing get impacted on average. A successful breach can idle production lines or compromise customer data, with the average data breach costing $4.88 million in 2024. Our integrated security – including Zero Trust Network Access, network segmentation, and continuous threat monitoring – shields your operations. By segmenting IT and operational technology networks, a malware outbreak in office PCs won’t stop your robots and conveyors. Strong defences and incident response plans help avoid costly downtime from cyber incidents, protecting both your revenue and reputation.

Key features of
our solutions

Zero Trust security & segmentation: In modern hybrid environments, trusting the internal network by default is a risk. We implement Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) principles: every user and device must authenticate and be authorised to access each resource, as if from an untrusted network. This stops threats from moving laterally if they get in. We integrate identity-based policies – for example, a contractor’s tablet only gets access to a specific IoT management app, nothing else. Meanwhile, network segmentation further isolates critical systems: your production line controllers, corporate IT network, and guest Wi-Fi are separated into zones with strict firewall rules between. This limits any breach impact to a contained segment. Our next-gen firewalls and NAC (Network Access Control) ensure that only approved devices join the network, and suspicious behaviour (like a device port-scanning others) triggers automatic containment.

Resilient wired & wireless infrastructure: We design high-performance LAN/WLAN networks for industrial needs. This includes fibre backbones, PoE+ switching for power to cameras and access points, and Wi-Fi 6/6E coverage for dense device environments. We implement RF channel optimisation and fast roaming so that moving equipment (e.g., forklifts with tablets) never lose connection. Our networks are built with redundancy – dual uplinks, redundant controllers. Even if a line is cut or an AP fails, users won’t notice.

Full visibility & control: We deliver cloud-managed networking and advanced analytics, so you gain 24/7 visibility into your system performance. Dashboards show live Wi-Fi coverage heatmaps, device connectivity status, and throughput at each site. Real-time alerts flag any anomalies – from a failing switch to an unauthorised device – allowing pre-emptive action before issues escalate. This visibility extends to the boardroom: clear reports on network uptime, usage, and security postures support data-driven decisions and demonstrate ROI. With our solutions, you can confidently answer: “Are all sites online and secure right now?” – and have the data to prove it.