### Question
What is the definition of operational technology?


### Answer
The definition of **operational technology** is as follows in *15 U.S.C. § 278g*:

> hardware and software that detects or causes a change through the direct monitoring or control of physical devices, processes, and events in the enterprise

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 278g*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY**

