Innovate proudly announces its retainment of Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation, marking another significant milestone in safeguarding patient data against cyber threats.

Cyber Essentials Plus, an extension of the Cyber Essentials Verified Self-Assessment, reinforces Innovate's steadfast commitment to upholding the highest standards of cybersecurity resilience. This reaccreditation underscores Innovate's proactive stance in protecting sensitive patient information and maintaining the integrity of digital systems crucial to healthcare delivery.

Undergoing rigorous scrutiny by certified assessors, Innovate underwent a comprehensive audit, encompassing critical aspects of cybersecurity resilience. From meticulous device configuration reviews to exhaustive vulnerability scans, our commitment to cybersecurity excellence was thoroughly validated – assuring our customers that their data and systems are entrusted to capable hands.

Robin Snead, Chief Operating Officer at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust, stated, “Ensuring the security and confidentiality of our patients' sensitive information is not only a top priority, but also a fundamental aspect of our daily operations. With Innovate's Cyber Essentials Plus reaccreditation, we're assured of our technological resilience against cyber threats, allowing us to fully focus on delivering exceptional healthcare services.”

Mike Conlon, Associate Director of Technology Services at Innovate, added, "Securing Cyber Essentials Plus reaccreditation underscores Innovate's dedication to safeguarding patient data and fortifying our digital defences. It stands as proof of our team’s tireless efforts and confirms the effectiveness of our robust cybersecurity measures in protecting patient privacy and upholding the integrity of our digital infrastructure.

"This reaccreditation not only amplifies our credibility as a trusted partner in healthcare technology across the Midlands, but also inspires confidence among our clients in our ability to protect their sensitive information.”

Cyber Essentials serves as a vital defence mechanism against an array of cyber threats, and helps us to strengthen our digital security and build trust with our stakeholders. With the retainment of Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation, Innovate reaffirms our commitment to prioritising patient data security in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

About Cyber Essentials Plus:

Cyber Essentials Plus is an extension of the Cyber Essentials Verified Self-Assessment, designed to validate organisations' adherence to stringent cybersecurity protocols. Through comprehensive audits and assessments, Cyber Essentials Plus certification signifies organisations' proactive measures in fortifying their digital defences against emerging cyber threats.

 About Cyber Essentials:

Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed scheme aimed at assisting organisations of all sizes in fortifying their digital defences against common cyber threats. With two certification levels – Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus – the scheme empowers organisations to mitigate cyber risks and demonstrate their commitment to cybersecurity excellence.