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Are we doing digital right?
After the publication of Lord Darzi’s rapid review of the health service in September, PM Keir Starmer pledged to move “from an analog
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Healthcare Innovators and Leaders honoured at 10th Anniversary UK&I HealthCon User Forum
Healthcare organisations across the UK and Ireland honoured at Imprivata annual user forum for successful deployments, and collaborations with technology
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Taking the temperature of UK healthcare at the annual HETT exhibition
With thousands of attendees, the annual HETT (Healthcare Excellence Through Technology) exhibition at ExCel London, provides a fantastic opportunity to take the temperature of the healthcare sector and its use of IT.
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As AI becomes embedded in the healthcare sector it is imperative that the debate on ethics, standards and security must keep pace
Andy Kinnear, former NHS CIO and now Independent Consultant, reflects on the dramatic advances in AI in the healthcare sector which he has witnessed at recent conferences and meetings. The possibilities which the technology offers are undoubtedly exciting but are the discussions on ethics, standards and security falling behind?
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NHS Scotland Digital transformation – right data, right people, right place
Identity and access management is a key element in bringing NHS and social care workforces together, and enabling the secure sharing of information for better patient outcomes. Andrew Harrison, Principal Product Manager, at Imprivata discusses how such technology underpins the digital journey, and how enabling fast access to patient information supports clinicians while safeguarding data.
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Digital Trusts – What good looks like
I was recently invited to join a thought leadership panel discussion on Digital Trusts, Digital Teams, Measuring Value and Demonstrating Impact.
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Secure data environments – using data to save lives
Catherine Dampney, Director of Innovation & Transformation at NHS South, Central & West discusses how collaboration and sharing skills are helpin
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A new beginning and the latest technologies provide fresh opportunities for healthcare
As the new UK government settles in and turns its manifesto pledges into actual policies for the next 5 years and beyond, Ian Hogan, CIO for Leeds &
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Foundations for cyber security need to be strengthened if healthcare is to survive this latest round of attacks
To combat the escalating proliferation of cyberattacks on healthcare, organisations need to ensure their IT and cyber foundations are sound.
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Open Standards – the debate continues but the benefits shine through
Andy Wilcox, Senior International Marketing Manager, and Andrew Harrison, Principal Product Manager, both of Imprivata, discuss approaches to open standa
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New features in our latest privileged access security releases: Enhancing connectivity and security
Imprivata releases new privileged access security features to streamline connections, bolster security, and enhance user experience.
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Improving adoption of open interoperability standards
The Government’s April 2018 Policy paper on the principles of Open Standards rightly asserts that “Open Standards are one of the most powerful tools we h
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What are the major currents shaping the future of healthcare in the UK?
As the next general election approaches, there is change on the horizon – but also reduced certainty and a lack of focus from politicians on detailed del
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Critical Insights into the Healthcare Sector’s State of Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity Preparedness
Imprivata survey at DMEA 2024 conference reveals progress in identity management and challenges of KHZG and NIS2 Directive preparedness.
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The healthcare sectors in Canada and the UK are facing similar workforce pressures – can ambient AI provide rapid solutions?
Cindy Fedell, Regional Chief Information Officer, Northwestern Ontario Hospitals in Canada, with her 7+ years experience in the NHS in the North of Engla
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Updates to Imprivata customer and vendor privileged access management solutions enhance connectivity, control, and visibility
Imprivata has released the latest versions of its customer and vendor privileged access management solutions.
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Great healthcare provision is dependent on great IT. How can we support and develop the informatics professionals needed to deliver the solutions?
As the healthcare sector increasingly depends on the successful deployment of technology, Andrew Griffiths, CEO of
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Rewired Reflections – Empowering the frontline with involvement and education
Back from another hectic and vibrant Digital Health Rewired event, and there is a lot to reflect on.
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Risky processes, uncontrolled access, and frustrated clinicians: Tales from the frontlines with Claire Reilly, RN MSc
Healthcare organizations across the globe experience obstacles that block technology ROI and hinder patient care. This blog post explores many of the unnecessary difficulties faced by a typical hospital participating in our Clinical Solution Assessment engagements.
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Productivity and patient care: New research on mobile device programmes in healthcare
New research illuminates the challenges faced by IT, IT security staff, and clinicians in healthcare. The data highlights the need for stronger strategies and more robust mobile capabilities to improve security, user experience, and productivity.