You are the IT manager for a manufacturing company with a large network of interconnected systems controlling production machinery. Due to the critical nature of the production line, any downtime can lead to significant financial losses. You recognize the importance of maintaining operational uptime and ensuring network security and decide to implement a scheduled maintenance plan. What is the primary goal of implementing a scheduled maintenance plan for the company's networked systems?

A.To increase the speed of the production machinery
B.To reduce the electricity consumption of networked systems
C.To ensure operational continuity and minimize unexpected downtime
D.To facilitate the remote monitoring of production machinery