technology
This is a clear example of why security considerations go wider
than just the device itself. It’s also critical to evaluate the security
of the wider enterprise networks used within the hospital or care
setting. The design and implementation of the technical architecture,
for example, are essential to ensuring that connected devices and
mission-critical applications work reliably, quickly and securely.
TESTING TIMES FOR HEALTHCARE IT
Test, don’t trust
The security and reliability
of healthcare IT systems is
dependent upon regular
checks and updates.
By Areg Alimian
M @aregalimian
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dvances in wireless connectivity are helping deliver
better care for patients and greater efficiency for
clinicians and staff within hospitals. More medical
devices and applications are being attached to hospital-wide wifi
networks to automate updates of eHealth records and clinical
information systems.
Connected medical devices need secure and reliable
connectivity with various applications.
Today’s hyperconnected ho