Environmental Controls
what is Environmental Controls ?
Environmental controls are measures and systems implemented to manage and regulate environmental conditions in a specific area to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulations. They involve monitoring and controlling factors such as air quality, temperature, humidity, lighting, noise, and exposure to hazardous substances. These controls are crucial in workplaces, laboratories, manufacturing plants, and data centers to protect human health, maintain the quality of products and processes, and prevent environmental damage. By implementing environmental controls, organizations can ensure safe working conditions, comply with legal and regulatory standards, enhance operational efficiency, and promote sustainability.
Tools for Environmental Controls?
Tools help organizations monitor, manage, and secure environmental and operational conditions across IT systems, facilities, and workplaces. They can track environmental factors, detect anomalies, and provide alerts for preventive actions.
RESECURITY / SIEM – Wazuh:-
Wazuh is an open-source Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tool that helps monitor IT environments for security threats, system changes, and compliance violations.It can be configured to track environmental parameters in IT infrastructure, such as server temperature, unauthorized access, and system anomalies.Provides real-time alerts and dashboards, helping organizations maintain secure and compliant operational environments.
Benefits of Environmental Controls Tools
Enhanced Safety
Regulatory Compliance
Operational Efficiency
Early Detection of Issues
Data-Driven Decision Making
Sustainability and Resource Management
Cost Savings
User Behavior Monitoring
Cost Savings
Who can get Environmental Controls Tools ?
IT & Data Centers
Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
Laboratories & Research Centers
Healthcare Facilities & Hospitals
Corporate Offices & Workplaces
Regulated Industries
Government & Public Sector Organizations
Any Organization Handling Sensitive Data
Remote & Hybrid Workforces
Various types of assessments are used to identify the tools required.
Security Assessment: Evaluating the security measures and vulnerabilities within an IT system to identify potential threats and weaknesses.
Risk Assessment: Identifying and analyzing potential risks to IT assets, such as data breaches, cyber attacks, or system failures, and determining strategies to mitigate these risks.
Performance Assessment: Assessing the performance of hardware, software, and networks to ensure optimal operation and identify areas for improvement.
Compliance Assessment: Ensuring that IT systems and practices comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI DSS.
Infrastructure Assessment: Evaluating the physical and virtual infrastructure components, such as servers, routers, and storage systems, to ensure they meet organizational requirements and support business objectives.
Software Assessment: Assessing the quality, functionality, and security of software applications to ensure they meet user needs and adhere to best practices.
Disaster Recovery Assessment: Evaluating the effectiveness of disaster recovery plans and procedures to ensure that IT systems can be quickly restored in the event of a disruption or disaster.
IT Governance Assessment: Assessing the effectiveness of IT governance practices, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- VAPT: VAPT is a security process that identifies system weaknesses and simulates real cyberattacks to fix them. It helps prevent data breaches, ensures compliance, and strengthens overall protection.
How Shamkris Helps Your Business
- Shamkris helps businesses implement effective Environmental Control Systems to ensure compliance, safety, and operational efficiency. With years of experience in certification, auditing, and regulatory consulting, Shamkris provides complete guidance—from assessment to implementation—of tools and technologies that monitor and manage environmental conditions.
- Our experts assist in selecting the right solutions like RESECURITY / SIEM – Wazuh for monitoring environmental and security parameters, ensuring your business meets all required ISO, environmental, and compliance standards. We help organizations reduce risks, prevent data and operational losses, and promote sustainable practices.
- By partnering with Shamkris, your business gains end-to-end support, including system setup, documentation, training, and continuous improvement—ensuring a secure, compliant, and eco-friendly work environment.
FAQ
Environmental controls are systems and tools used to monitor, manage, and regulate environmental conditions such as air quality, temperature, humidity, and safety parameters within a facility or IT environment.
They help maintain safety, ensure regulatory compliance, protect equipment and data, and support sustainability by reducing environmental risks and operational inefficiencies.
Tools like RESECURITY / SIEM – Wazuh and other monitoring systems are used to track and secure environmental and operational parameters in real time.
They are essential for industries such as IT, manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, research labs, and government organizations that rely on controlled environments for safety and compliance.
Shamkris provides expert consulting, tool selection guidance, implementation support, documentation, and training to help businesses achieve compliance and maintain efficient, secure, and sustainable operations.
The cost depends on the scale and type of system implemented, but Shamkris helps businesses choose cost-effective, scalable solutions tailored to their specific needs.