In modern manufacturing, network reliability is mission-critical. Downtime disrupts production. Latency delays decisions. And weak security risks intellectual property. Managed WiFi for manufacturing solves these issues by delivering intelligent, secure, and scalable connectivity that supports Industry 4.0.

Tata Communications’ managed WiFi solutions provide factories with end-to-end network visibility, zero-touch provisioning, and built-in security controls—ensuring high-speed, always-on connectivity across the factory floor, warehouse, and remote OT infrastructure. Whether it’s enabling predictive maintenance or seamless machine-to-cloud communication, Tata's managed wireless networks are designed to accelerate smart manufacturing.

Connectivity: The Backbone of Industry 4.0

To support the shift to automation and data-driven production, manufacturers need connectivity that keeps up with high device density and latency-sensitive applications. Managed WiFi enables this by:

• Supporting high-throughput wireless for IoT devices, sensors, and autonomous systems
• Integrating with SCADA/PLC environments without compromising speed or reliability
• Ensuring real-time data flow from shop floor to ERP and cloud analytics platforms

Tata Communications’ solution supports these integrations with edge computing support, high-availability access points, and controller-based or cloud-managed deployment models. With built-in redundancy and low-latency design, your digital factory becomes both agile and resilient.

Securing Wireless Networks in Industrial Environments

Manufacturing networks are high-value targets. Securing them requires more than a password. Tata Communications employs a multi-layered approach tailored to the OT-IT blend of factory environments:

• 802.1X-based authentication and role-based access control to manage machine, contractor, and employee access
• WPA3 Enterprise encryption, VLAN isolation, and private SSIDs for segmentation across production, admin, and guest zones
• Continuous network monitoring with real-time anomaly detection to identify rogue devices or malicious behaviour
• Device lifecycle management with firmware hardening, patch enforcement, and secure onboarding protocols

Compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and other global security standards is embedded into every deployment.

Operational Efficiency: Fewer Disruptions, Faster Response

Network downtime means lost production. Our managed WiFi reduces it by proactively monitoring and maintaining performance across all access points:

• Predictive analytics flag performance drops and interference before they affect workflows
• Remote diagnostics and zero-touch configuration mean fewer technician visits and faster issue resolution
• Dynamic RF management automatically adjusts channel and power settings for optimal signal strength
• Scalable designs adapt to plant expansions, new lines, and mobile robotic systems without re-architecting the network

With Tata Communications handling network health, your IT and OT teams stay focused on production, not troubleshooting.

Custom WiFi for Complex Factory Environments

No two factories are the same—from harsh RF environments in metal fabrication to high-density device zones in assembly lines. Tata Communications customises each managed WiFi deployment by:

• Conducting detailed RF surveys and interference modelling
• Designing for zonal coverage, environmental durability, and device density
• Offering mesh redundancy for warehouses, loading docks, and moving assets
• Providing edge-to-cloud management visibility for distributed manufacturing sites

Whether you run a single site or a global footprint, our managed WiFi adapts to your operational reality.

Enabling the Smart Factory of the Future

Tata Communications’ managed WiFi enables a future-ready manufacturing environment by:

• Powering real-time condition monitoring and predictive maintenance
• Supporting private 5G-WiFi hybrid deployments for latency-sensitive workloads
• Integrating with existing SD-WAN and SASE frameworks for unified security and QoS
• Enabling secure access for third-party vendors and remote OT engineers

From the factory floor to cloud-based MES and analytics systems, our solutions close the loop between data, devices, and decision-making.

Conclusion

Managed WiFi for manufacturing is more than wireless access—it’s a catalyst for digital transformation. With Tata Communications, you gain a high-performance, zero-trust-enabled network that scales with your operations and safeguards your data. Our platform brings together deep industrial security, full lifecycle management, and unmatched deployment expertise—giving you the freedom to innovate without worrying about network performance.

Let’s build your smart factory together. Schedule a conversation with Tata Communications today.