In this episode of The RaaP, we’re joined by Adrian Tilston, Resourcive’s Cyber Practice Lead, for a deep dive on why mid-market manufacturers—especially those growing through M&A—face serious cybersecurity gaps. From chaotic IT environments to rising supply chain demands, we explore why cyber complexity is actually a business problem that impacts EBITDA, scalability, and customer contracts.We also break down how Resourcive helps manufacturing companies navigate this, building practical cyber maturity programs without massive tool spend. Whether you’re a CFO worried about risk exposure or an IT leader buried in MSP tickets, this episode will give you real-world insight into how to make cyber a business enabler, not a cost center.(00:00) Intro & Adrian’s background: Green Beret, offensive security, cyber strategy(03:00) Why manufacturing is struggling with IT & cyber maturity(05:45) The problem with scaling legacy environments post-M&A(08:00) Early warning signs your cyber complexity is about to hit revenue(12:00) Supply chain due diligence and how it forces manufacturers’ hand(13:30) How Resourcive’s approach is different (it’s not just more tools)(17:00) The critical role of technical validation vs. trusting MSP statements(20:00) Building a live, practical roadmap (not just “buy more tools”)(23:00) The CFO lens: capital efficiency, managing real risk, scaling smart(26:00) Who this is for: lean IT teams, mid-market firms scaling through M&A(29:00) Post-breach remediation: rebuilding and future-proofing(32:00) It’s a program, not a product: why cyber needs ongoing care(36:00) Final thoughts: where to start, what to look at, how to protect your business

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