NetApp's Role in Aiding a Healthcare Institution to Fulfill Epic Honor Roll Standards
Modern healthcare organizations are hankering for a robust data safety net, and that's where upgrading backup and storage systems comes into the picture. Indelible backups, a cornerstone of a solid modernization strategy, keep data impervious to unauthorized modification or deletion.
Indelible snapshots provide a beacon of hope when it comes to data breach repercussions. They offer a dependable backup, which hastens recovery, minimizes business interruptions, and acts as a shield against ransomware threats. An additional bonus comes in the form of financial incentives for achieving Epic Honor Roll status, a recognition given to organizations boasting top-notch expertise in using Epic Systems' electronic health record (EHR) systems.
CDW, in cahoots with NetApp, the wizard behind SnapLock and Tamperproof Snapshot technologies, provides healthcare organizations with a shield to meet their Epic Honor Roll requirements for secure, immutable data backups.
"Securing vital data and ensuring it's accessible to the right people is paramount," says Travis Rubida, an engineer specializing in healthcare at CDW. "That way, data leaks are minimized, and it's always in the right place. Swift access to crucial data is essential as the health of patients hinges on prompt, life-or-death decisions."
*SO, WHAT DOES NETAPP ACTUALLY DO?*
Migrating From Regular to Indelible Backups
Manual data backup procedures are a relic of the past for any business application. To modernize, healthcare organizations require sophisticated data storage solutions.
NetApp achieves this through its impressive array of technologies and solutions. Here's the lowdown:
Pivotal Technologies and Offerings
- Indelible Snapshots with SnapLock and Tamperproof Snapshot Technologies:
- NetApp's advanced SnapLock and Tamperproof Snapshot technologies offer unshakeable storage, effectively preventing alterations or deletions of written data. This is a game-changer for healthcare organizations facing stringent data protection standards[1].
- These indelible snapshots are crucial in making the grade for demanding data protection compliance[1].
- Alliances with Partners:
- NetApp partners with major players like CDW to execute these solutions effectively in healthcare organizations[1].
- Data Lake Solutions:
- NetApp's StorageGRID presents an expansive object storage solution for data lakes, enabling healthcare organizations to manage and scrutinize huge volumes of diverse data, including patient data, research findings, and operational metrics[3].
Advantages for Healthcare Organizations
- Bulwark Against Breaches:
- Indelible snapshots fortify healthcare organizations against regulatory violations and guard sensitive patient data against breaches and ransomware attacks[1].
- Business Continuity:
- These immutable backups guarantee a swift recovery in the event of data loss, minimizing disruptions to essential healthcare services[1].
- Data-Centric Insights:
- NetApp's data lake solutions spur advanced analytics and AI capabilities, empowering healthcare organizations to mine valuable insights from their data and enhance patient care[3].
In essence, NetApp's solutions equip healthcare organizations with the tools necessary to ensure secure, reliable, and compliant data management practices.
[1] NetApp, (2021), NetApp Healthcare Solutions[2] NetApp, (2021), NetApp SnapLock[3] NetApp, (n.d.), Create a Modern Data Lakes for Advanced Healthcare Analytics
- NetApp's advanced SnapLock and Tamperproof Snapshot technologies offer unalterable storage, preventing data alterations or deletions, which are crucial for healthcare organizations facing stringent data protection standards.
- By partnering with NetApp, healthcare organizations can leverage indelible snapshots that are essential for achieving the demanding data protection compliance requirements, acting as a bulwark against data breaches and ransomware threats.
