“Industry Day NBS 2026” at the ATTA Centre brought together representatives from defense, technology, and industry, highlighting a shared direction — the future of security is shaped at the intersection of technology, data, and processes.
The event was organized by the Latvian Federation of Security and Defence Industries in cooperation with the Ministry of Defence, bringing together several hundred companies, military representatives, researchers, and international partners. This synergy clearly demonstrated that national security capacity is no longer built in isolation — it relies on close collaboration between the public and private sectors.
The exhibition featured dozens of companies showcasing solutions ranging from unmanned technologies and autonomous systems to military medical innovations, energy, and sensor technologies. At the same time, one key factor became increasingly clear — digital resilience is a prerequisite for the operation of any modern system.
Within this ecosystem, the HORTUS Digital team also participated with its own stand, engaging with visitors on topics such as cybersecurity for businesses, ERP systems, and IT support.
Cybersecurity for businesses — continuous readiness, not reaction
While the exhibition focused on drones, robotics, and autonomous systems, parallel discussions emphasized digital protection. After all, every modern defense or manufacturing technology is built on IT infrastructure.
That is why cybersecurity for businesses is no longer a matter of choice — it is the foundation of business continuity.
HORTUS Digital’s focus was on the Cyber-SOC approach — continuous security monitoring, incident management, and ensuring compliance with international cybersecurity regulations such as NIS2. These frameworks are increasingly becoming a prerequisite for participation in global supply chains.
As emphasized by HORTUS Digital CEO Didzis Simis:
“Cybersecurity in a company is like a national defense system. The armed forces do not exist only to respond to attacks — they exist to continuously monitor, analyze risks, and be ready to act immediately. Similarly, SOC services in Latvia should not be seen merely as a reactive tool. Their purpose is to ensure continuous readiness and structured response when it is needed.”
This approach shifts the mindset — from reacting to incidents to building systematic digital resilience, from “will we be attacked?” to “how prepared are we when it happens?”
ERP for manufacturing companies — the foundation of precision and control
Technology alone does not create efficiency — it enhances the systems already in place.
In discussions with company representatives, our colleague Gints Henkels emphasized the importance of process maturity, especially in high-precision manufacturing and defense industry supply chains.
ERP for manufacturing companies is not just an accounting tool — it is the central nervous system that ensures transparency, traceability, and quality control.
“ERP is not just a system. It reflects how a company operates. If processes are not structured, the system will not improve them — it will simply make them visible. In a well-structured organization, however, ERP enables precise production management, even for complex products such as unmanned technologies or their components in development and delivery.”
In the defense and dual-use sectors, this level of precision is not a competitive advantage — it is a requirement.
Support and resilience as a competitive advantage
A significant part of the discussions at the stand focused on post-implementation support. Because technology without service becomes a risk.
Our colleague Oskars Putnins summarized it clearly:
“Clients do not just buy a solution. They buy confidence that someone will be there when it matters most. The true value of a system is revealed not in everyday operations, but in the moments when something goes wrong.”
This is where cybersecurity for businesses, ERP systems, and IT infrastructure services come together — as a unified approach to digital resilience.
Today, a company’s competitiveness is increasingly defined by its ability to ensure:
- compliance with NIS2
- supply chain security
- system continuity
Digital resilience is becoming a strategic asset — not just an IT concern.
Conclusion
“Industry Day NBS 2026” highlighted a clear trend — security is no longer just physical. It is digital, process-driven, and systemic.
HORTUS Digital’s presence in this environment was not only about presenting solutions, but also about engaging in dialogue on how companies can strengthen their digital resilience and ensure long-term development in a complex geopolitical and technological landscape.
Because the key question is not whether an incident will occur.
The real question is — how prepared your systems are when it does.
If your company is looking to strengthen its digital resilience and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, we invite you to schedule a consultation with the HORTUS Digital team.
