Suvajit Basu addresses critical challenges within enterprise technology that Chief Information Officers (CIOs) are often hesitant to acknowledge, categorizing them as a "silent crisis." He notes that 75% of innovation budgets are consumed by maintenance costs, technology stacks have become outdated, and advanced digital infrastructures are being built on unstable foundations, resulting in significant missed opportunities. To combat these issues, Basu recommends organizations first map their existing technology landscape to understand legacy system maintenance costs, followed by establishing a "future team" dedicated to modernization efforts with clear retirement goals for outdated technologies and a focus on fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

CIOs Face "Silent Crisis" as Legacy Costs Stifle Innovation LinkedIn

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking intended to enhance cybersecurity protocols for electronic protected health information (ePHI) under the HIPAA Security Rule. This initiative addresses the rising cyber threats facing healthcare organizations by advocating for stronger cybersecurity practices, including comprehensive risk assessments and the adoption of advanced security technologies. Additionally, the proposed rule emphasizes the necessity of training healthcare staff on cybersecurity risks and best practices to mitigate the impact of human error. Overall, HHS aims to promote a culture of security within healthcare organizations to better protect patient information against emerging threats.

HHS Proposes New Cybersecurity Rules to Protect Patient Data HHS.gov

Health system executives in 2025 are prioritizing capacity management and patient throughput, a focus intensified by pandemic-related challenges and workforce shortages. Many hospitals report near-full capacity, with leaders like Robert Corona noting recruitment difficulties for specialists and increasing transfer denials. A recent survey by Vizient reveals that over half of hospital executives see improving patient access as crucial, even as growth slows and patient volumes remain high. With financial pressures mounting due to rising labor and supply costs outpacing reimbursements, strategic planning for technology investments is essential for adapting to the evolving healthcare landscape.

Healthcare Leaders Tackle Capacity Challenges and Patient Access in 2025 Becker's Hospital Review

The HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) will implement the HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Healthcare Privacy on December 23, 2024, in response to the Supreme Court's 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. This rule intends to enhance privacy protections for reproductive healthcare by preventing HIPAA-covered entities from disclosing protected health information (PHI) in scenarios where it could assist law enforcement or other entities in investigating individuals for lawful reproductive healthcare. To comply, these entities must require an attestation from requesters, confirming that their intended use of the information does not involve prohibited purposes, particularly in health oversight, judicial proceedings, or law enforcement.

New HIPAA Rule Enhances Reproductive Healthcare Privacy Amid Legal Changes HIPAA Journal