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IAM central to NHS risk reduction

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Identity and Access Management (IAM) should be high on the NHS CIO’s agenda for 2018 after a year of turmoil. From security challenges, to the complexity of new technologies changing working practices. The NHS needs to demonstrate that they are managing IAM risks as they look for ways to optimise operational agility. IAM risk importance […]

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Individual IT visibility across the NHS

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Technology continues to enhance operations within the NHS with systems increasing operational knowledge and efficiency. Employee access and security remain critical considerations with the NHS pushing for IT departments to have better control over individual users and increased visibility of access. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was faced with the challenge of bringing together […]

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NHS attack could have been prevented

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The global WannaCry attack in May hit a third of English NHS Trusts; according to a report released last week by the National Audit Office (NAO), it could have been prevented. The cyber-attack was a blow to the NHS’ reputation, with reportedly 6,900 appointments cancelled, but the impact was felt by up to 19,000 appointments. […]

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Patch Management – Updating IT in a 24/7 NHS

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Security is a top priority for all NHS Trusts, yet in a sector that works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, scheduling vital IT updates is challenging. These are often missed due to concerns about interrupting services, leaving a serious security vulnerability. The pressure on NHS IT departments to safeguard data and systems, […]

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End of Life for DigiCert 3-year SSL/TLS Certificates

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From the 1st March 2018 organisations will no longer be able to order 3-year SSL/TLS DigiCert certificates. Organisation or Business Validation (OV) and Domain Validation (DV) certificate reissues and duplicate issues after 28th February 2018 can only have a maximum validity of 825 days (approximately 27 months) even if there is more time remaining on the […]

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BDS Solutions demonstrate continued investment in quality management securing ISO 9001:2015 certification

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Dedicated to continuous improvement in quality management and customer delivery, BDS Solutions has demonstrated an impeccable commitment to achieve ISO 9001:2015 certification. Having held the ISO 9001 standard for Quality Management since 1999, BDS Solutions undertook a rigorous year-long review of procedures to move from the 2008 standard and ensure compliance to the 2015 requirements. […]

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Clear thinking – know your strategic IT vision

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NHS CIOs and CTOs face a future of continuous change in the digital era. As new technology and innovations develop, they must make quick decisive decisions, so it is essential for each organisation to have a clear strategic approach for IT. Digital optimisation will play an increasingly important role for the NHS at a time […]

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Automation is the digital transformation enabler

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Across the NHS the line continues to blur between the digital and physical worlds. Closer alignment has meant that the management of people and devices is becoming increasingly complex, yet the sector is under increasing scrutiny to be more efficient and cost-sensitive. IT infrastructure plays an integral role in solving this challenge to simplify processes. […]

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Managing the effects of digital disruption in the NHS

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Technology innovation is constantly challenging how the NHS approaches tasks and how IT can support the organisation. This digital disruption can lead to a quick and reactive response, which is short-sighted. Managing digital disruption with a long-term view in mind, ensures that NHS IT funds are spent as part of a wider proactive programme that […]

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