Introduction
Nuffield Health, the UK's largest healthcare charity, relies on Palo Alto Networks to protect their network of hospitals, medical facilities, and fitness centers from cyber threats. With a comprehensive network and internet security solution, Nuffield Health ensures a secure online experience for every visitor, supported by fast and direct application connectivity. By implementing Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSOAR, Nuffield Health has streamlined their cybersecurity management, reducing the time and resources dedicated to security by 50%.
Challenges Faced by Nuffield Health
As a leading healthcare provider in the UK, Nuffield Health operates numerous hospitals and wellbeing centers, offering a range of services from fitness to medical care. This diverse network required robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive data transmitted both internally and externally. Prior to adopting Palo Alto Networks solutions, Nuffield Health faced visibility issues in internet security, high costs, and time-consuming security alerts and device management processes.
Requirements and Solution Offerings
To achieve a unified and effective security strategy, Nuffield Health sought a single partner for network and internet security, exceptional user experience, seamless connectivity across devices and locations, and automation to reduce manual interventions. Implementing Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access along with ML-Powered Next Generation Firewalls and Cloud-Delivered Security Services addressed these needs by providing comprehensive threat prevention, URL filtering, and intelligent automation through Cortex XSOAR.
Benefits of Palo Alto Networks Solution
The adoption of Palo Alto Networks solutions has significantly enhanced Nuffield Health's cybersecurity posture. By simplifying their security infrastructure and consolidating security vendors, Nuffield Health has achieved greater visibility, reduced risks, and streamlined threat response. This has not only improved operational efficiency but also ensures a secure and connected healthcare environment for patients, members, and customers.