Healthcare technology today is a maze of digital platforms and apps, all intertwined to deliver patient data to those who need it in time to provide the best care possible. Safeguarding sensitive patient information has never been more critical in this complex environment. The growing complexity of healthcare systems has made Identity and Access Management (IAM) more essential than ever, serving as a vital component of your cybersecurity strategy to protect patient data, build trust, and maintain compliance.
As healthcare organizations strive to enhance patient care and streamline operations, they often encounter the challenge of managing an expanding array of software apps. The presence of shadow IT elements and the rapid growth of Software as a Service (SaaS) can introduce identity risks that are difficult to detect and manage. Even with robust Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) tools in place, gaps can still emerge—gaps that Savvy is here to help close by augmenting your existing IAM and IGA solutions.
Enhancing Your IAM and IGA Solutions with Comprehensive Visibility
Your IGA solution plays a critical role in managing identities and ensuring that access to sensitive information is tightly controlled is one of your highest priorities. However, as your SaaS ecosystem grows, maintaining full visibility can become increasingly challenging. This is where Savvy steps in—not to replace your IAM and IGA infrastructure, but to enhance them by providing additional layers of visibility and control over all SaaS apps, including those that might not be fully integrated into your current systems.
By working together with your other IAM solutions, Savvy can provide true, end-to-end protection across all platforms and apps, ensuring that your IAM strategy remains robust and comprehensive.
The Importance of Full Visibility in SaaS Security
The rise of sophisticated cyber-attacks—often targeting unseen vulnerabilities—highlights the need for complete visibility and control over your SaaS ecosystem. While your IGA tools are designed to manage and govern identities, they work best when complemented by solutions that offer deep visibility into all aspects of your SaaS environment.
Savvy provides this visibility, empowering you to detect and manage potential risks before they can be exploited. This comprehensive approach helps ensure that your IAM strategy is not only robust but also resilient in the face of evolving threats.
The Role of Savvy in Supporting IGA Solutions
Savvy’s Zero Touch Integrations complement your existing IAM and IGA tools by seamlessly integrating into your existing infrastructure, without the need for extensive manual configuration or technical resources. This allows you to enhance your identity governance processes without disrupting your current operations.
Savvy also provides real-time security measures, such as just-in-time guardrails, which offer proactive guidance to users at critical moments—helping to ensure compliance, facilitate the onboard unfederated apps and enhance security without compromising productivity.
Navigating the Challenges of Shadow IT in Healthcare
Shadow IT, the use of unauthorized apps and devices within an organization, poses a significant threat to healthcare IAM strategies. These unapproved tools often fly under the radar, creating blind spots in your security landscape and opening the door to potential data breaches. Even the most vigilant IT departments can struggle to detect and control shadow IT activities, especially in large, complex organizations.
Savvy’s comprehensive visibility into all SaaS apps, including those not officially sanctioned by IT, enables you to identify and manage these risks proactively. By bringing shadow IT into the light, Savvy helps you maintain a tighter grip on your security posture, ensuring that all digital assets are accounted for and properly secured.
Strengthening Compliance with Regulatory Standards
The healthcare sector is heavily regulated, with strict guidelines governing the handling of patient data. Compliance with standards such as HIPAA, GDPR, and others is non-negotiable, and failure to adhere can result in hefty fines and a loss of trust. IAM strategies play a pivotal role in maintaining compliance by ensuring that only authorized personnel have access to sensitive information.
Savvy’s advanced security features support compliance efforts by providing detailed audit trails, real-time monitoring, and automated alerts. These tools allow you to demonstrate compliance with ease, offering peace of mind that your organization is meeting all regulatory requirements.
Future-Proofing Your IAM Strategy
As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, so too must your IAM strategy. The rise of telemedicine, increased reliance on cloud services, and the growing use of IoT devices are all contributing to an increasingly complex digital environment. Staying ahead of these trends requires a forward-thinking approach to IAM, one that is adaptable and scalable.
Savvy’s solution is designed with the future in mind, offering the flexibility needed to grow with your organization. Whether you’re expanding your services, adopting new technologies, or facing emerging threats, Savvy ensures that your IAM strategy remains strong and effective.
Why It Matters
In the high-stakes world of healthcare, even minor oversights can lead to significant security breaches or compliance challenges. By augmenting your IAM strategy and IGA tools with Savvy, you gain the comprehensive coverage needed to protect your organization from emerging threats. Our solutions work alongside your existing tools to provide the visibility, control, and security necessary to safeguard sensitive patient information and maintain trust.
Take Action Now: Download the Identity Check-up
To help you assess your current IAM strategy, we invite you to download our Identity Check-up. This tool will help you identify potential gaps in your SaaS identity management and ensure that your IAM program is equipped to handle today’s cybersecurity challenges.
Together, let’s ensure that your IAM strategy is as solid and resilient as possible—because comprehensive protection is necessary for healthcare, not a luxury.
