The UK Government Department BEIS wanted to understand the risks associated with IoT connected White Goods.

The main remit was to understand the increased risk of fires for devices whose operating time could be adjusted on line (e.g. Tumble Dryer set to come on when electricity tariffs were cheaper).

The work involved interfacing with key stakeholders including:

• London Fire Brigade
• Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Electrical Appliances (AMDEA)
• Department of Trade & Industry (DTI)

Engaged with key stakeholders to understand key areas of concern.

Developed model to assess increased risks arising from time-shifting of white goods.

Identified challenges for UK Gov in addressing technical standards around IoT devices.

Analysed impact of Supply Chain Cyber attack against manufacturers of White Goods.

Detailed risk analysis of IoT connected White Goods supported with data model.

Understanding of supply-chain attack. Provided input for Safety Standards development.

Findings presented to AMDEA, London Fire Brigade, Department of Trade and Industry.

• cyber security
• Operational Risk Management
• Internet of things

• Government and Public Services
• Manufacturing