For medical practices and other highly regulated organisations, selecting IT support based on price alone can introduce security gaps, compliance risks, and operational vulnerabilities that far outweigh any short-term savings. The right IT partner delivers value that goes well beyond a helpdesk ticket. It’s a familiar conversation. Budgets are tight, and IT support is often…
If you work in a highly-regulated industry like finance, legal, or healthcare, you’ve probably spent time and money making sure you meet security and privacy obligations. That’s important work. But does being compliant actually mean your practice is secure? For many organisations, the honest answer is ‘not entirely’. Compliance frameworks set a baseline. They tell…
For Australian medical practices, running safely and efficiently goes beyond just keeping booking systems online or ensuring electronic prescriptions work. It’s about protecting patients’ most sensitive data. Healthcare has become a prime target for cybercriminals. In 2024–25, 95% of healthcare-related cyber incidents succeeded, compared to 52% in other sectors. This highlights a critical reality: medical…
The digitisation of Australian healthcare has improved efficiency and patient care, from electronic prescriptions to telehealth. However, this increased connectivity also brings new risks. The healthcare sector is now a prime target for cyberattacks. In the 2024–25 financial year, malicious actors succeeded in 95% of healthcare-related incidents, compared to 52% across other sectors, according to…
Setting up a new practice is one of the most rewarding and daunting decisions a healthcare professional can make. By turning your passion for helping people into a business, you’ll generate an impressive profit while serving the community. Read on for a comprehensive checklist for setting up a new practice. 1. IT systems & processes – A…
Establishing a new medical practice is one of the most rewarding and daunting experiences for a healthcare professional. One of the most important decisions to make is selecting the right IT professional to set up IT systems and processes for your practice. The importance of effective IT systems and processes within the healthcare sector cannot…