Healthcare is all about human life and care, so it does not have room for errors. Since ever all the patients’ histories, records, and prescriptions have been digitalized, they need to be protected from cyberattacks.
When the digital healthcare system is so sensitive, it is only natural to assume it to be fully secured and error-free. To make it happen, IT experts take the help of different tools and products.
One way of securing healthcare is to safeguard digital data and IDs from any data breach and ransomware. For that, OKTA is the best tool to integrate into a healthcare digital framework.
Okta offers seamlessly integrated solutions with existing IT systems to enhance security, streamline access, and improve overall functionality. Here’s how Okta helps healthcare organizations meet their IT needs amid budget and resource constraints.
Commitment to Healthcare Organizations
Healthcare organizations face unique challenges, including stringent regulatory requirements, diverse applications, and a mix of permanent and temporary staff. Okta provides a robust identity and access management (IAM) solution tailored to these needs, ensuring that healthcare IT teams can manage access to critical tools and data efficiently and securely.
Specialized Solutions and Pricing
Recognizing the financial constraints that many healthcare organizations operate under, Okta offers specialized pricing to fit within tight budgets. The commitment to providing cost-effective solutions without compromising security or functionality is a key factor that sets Okta apart.
Case Study: Transforming Healthcare IT
Consider the case of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) with multiple locations across North America. This organization faced significant challenges due to the lack of IT staff at many facilities, relying on administrative staff to handle IT issues. With over 5,000 users, including seasonal and temporary workers, managing identity and security was a critical concern and OKTA helped them to overcome all.
Overcoming IT Challenges
Initially, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) used a different single sign-on (SSO) solution, but frequent engineering issues led to user frustration and poorly maintained applications. The search for a reliable solution brought them to Okta.
Seamless Integration and Support
Okta’s identity and mobility management solutions provided LLS reliability and support. It needed to switch to Okta for quick, effective support and seamless upgrade. Okta’s support team tested the new framework rigorously before the complete switch. LLS found the level of service to be exemplary.
The Okta Advantage: Trust and Innovation
Streamlined Provisioning
With Okta, provisioning new employees became a breeze. New hires could access all necessary applications from day one, significantly reducing the workload for IT staff. The provisioning and de-provisioning automation processes also resulted in substantial time and cost savings, equivalent to two full-time positions.
Enhanced Mobility Management
Okta’s mobility management tool was another game-changer. The ability to manage mobile access to applications securely and efficiently ensured that healthcare professionals could access the needed tools anytime and anywhere. This integration of mobility management with existing systems was seamless, making it a perfect fit for the healthcare provider’s needs.
Building Trust through Innovation
One of the most significant benefits of using Okta was the trust it instilled in the IT team. Okta’s track record of reliable, innovative solutions meant that the healthcare provider could confidently implement new software versions and features, knowing they would be well-engineered and beneficial.
Conclusion
In an industry where security and efficiency are critical, Okta provides healthcare organizations with the tools to manage identity and access effectively. By offering specialized solutions and pricing, robust support, and innovative features, Okta ensures that healthcare IT teams can focus on what matters most – providing excellent care to patients.