Outsourcing, Strategic Investment in Cybersecurity "Essential" for Safeguarding Data
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
focus on developing comprehensive cybersecurity strategies that address staffing shortages and budget limitations. As evidenced by recent breaches, including the significant Change Healthcare incident, healthcare systems must prioritize the implementation of existing cybersecurity technologies and tools. Organizations should consider investing in training for current staff, outsourcing certain cybersecurity functions, and adopting proactive measures to defend against evolving threats like AI-driven attacks. By reassessing their cybersecurity frameworks and enhancing resource allocation, healthcare providers can improve their defenses against the increasing sophistication and frequency of cybercrime.
