How Will Your Network Hold Up to a Real Cyberattack?

We’ll simulate one for you. No disruption. No pressure. No cost.

Please resist the urge to toss this letter in your “to do when I have time” pile that gets sorted every 6 months. I have one of those, too.

We’re only offering this to a limited number of companies each month to ensure each gets the attention it deserves.

What We’re Offering

✔ A safe, third-party simulated cyberattack on your network
✔ A full report of what we find
✔ A private, confidential debrief with one of our cybersecurity experts

We’re not doing this because we need the practice—we’re doing it because manufacturers like you deserve proof, not promises. And we stand behind that.

If at the end of the process you feel it was a waste of your time, we’ll make a $200 donation to the charity of your choice. No strings. No hard feelings.

Why This Matters

It’s easy to assume “My IT guys have me covered” or “we’re good” because they told you so.

There’s really no way for you to verify their work until something breaks, a hacker gets in, files go missing… in other words, you’ll find out too late.

When your shop grinds to a halt for weeks after a cyberattack, it won’t be your IT guy dealing with the angry customers and vendors—it’ll be you. Insurance will cover it? Maybe.

Insurance only helps if ALL the cybersecurity checkboxes are ticked - and yes, insurance forensic teams are really good at finding out if someone misrepresented or embellished on their application.

Any reason they can find to not cover a claim.  Insurance claims take time, forensics take time— all time you cannot afford to be down.

This nightmare is avoidable.

I hope the first time we meet is to prepare your business for the inevitable cyberattack, not us helping you recover from one.

Why YOUR Company is a Prime Target within America’s Supply Chain

• Legacy systems don’t stand up to modern threats
• Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) are soft targets—most MSPs miss them
• Cyber insurance claims are being denied if gaps aren’t addressed
• Hackers target manufacturers because downtime forces action—which often means ransom paid

A cyber event is inevitable. The only question is—on your terms, or theirs.

Would You Be Against Scheduling 15 Minutes? That’s all it takes to explain the process and get your simulation on the calendar.

Use your phone’s camera to scan the QR Code, below, to schedule a time that works best for you.

My assistant, Julia, will be calling your office within the next few days to invite you to schedule this 15-minute call with me, if you haven’t scheduled.

Not Ready to Talk Yet? Understood. I’ll be around when you’re ready – whether that’s next week or 6 months from now.

Dedicated to your cybersecurity,

Here's What Some Local Manufacturers Have Been Saying About Data-Link!

Names, company names, and photos have been redacted to protect privacy, confidentiality, and security.

I’ve added revenue estimates to give you a sense of the size and scope of teams we typically support.

“I don’t need to recruit, hire or train IT employees! I would have needed to hire 2 or 3 individuals.”

Data-Link’s customer service is by far the best of any company I’ve dealt with. Someone is always available to pick up the phone to address my problem. Even better, I don’t need to recruit/hire/retain any IT employees! If I hadn’t hired Data-Link to handle our co-managed IT, I would have had to hire 2 or 3 different individuals to handle the breadth of services they provide. I would say that it is extremely unlikely that there is an IT firm out there that has the combination of expertise, customer service and product/service offerings that Data-Link has.

Director of IT, $30M Metal Products Manufacturer, Bedford Park, IL

“They have excellent problem-solving skills and ability to resolve issues remotely.”

We have a long-standing relationship with Data-Link. They have excellent problem-solving skills and ability to resolve issues remotely. No matter when I call, someone answers the phone. Being dependable is key. I don’t believe a lot of companies have the experience Data-Link has. When we added a second facility, they were able to help us expand our business seamlessly. Quick response, experience and dependability is why we stay with Data-Link.

CFO, $7M Industrial Brush Manufacturer, Waukesha, WI

"Our Best Interests Are Data-Link’s Priority.”

DLA has always accommodated our IT needs timely, with consistent expertise and valuable input. In the ever-changing world of technology, DLA has stayed up with the times and is very dependable. In decades of working together, including some very difficult projects, we have never been disappointed. Excellent communication, being friendly to work with and quick turn around on projects is what makes DLA stand out. Great company and very responsive.

President, $4M Hobbyist Manufacturer, Wauconda, IL

Genuinely Dedicated To Helping Clients

"Data-Link Associates exceeded my expectations with their outstanding service and expertise. Their team is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely dedicated to helping clients. From start to finish, my experience was seamless, and they provided clear communication and excellent support. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and top-notch services. Five stars!"

Vice-President IT, $35M Fabrication Company in Bedford Park, IL