HIMSS23: Cybersecurity now a strategic imperative, experts say

At a healthcare conference in Chicago, experts discussed the increasing importance of cybersecurity in the industry. They emphasized the need for chief information security officers (CISOs) to have a seat at the executive table and be involved in decision-making processes. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the urgency of this issue as telehealth solutions were implemented rapidly without adequate consideration for security. Organizations were urged to take a holistic approach to cybersecurity and prioritize education and risk assessment.