In a bid to enhance its leadership in the healthcare industry and comply with the Australian Digital Health Agency’s recommendation for healthcare providers to keep data within Australia, Virtual IT Group (VITG) has deployed Macquarie Cloud Services’ Launch private cloud. This expansion of their existing agreement allows VITG to provide secure private cloud services for healthcare clients. With growing concerns over cybersecurity in the healthcare industry, the need for secure cloud solutions has become increasingly vital.
VITG’s deployment of Macquarie Cloud Services’ launch private cloud
To meet the Australian Digital Health Agency’s data recommendations, VITG has selected Macquarie Cloud Services as their preferred provider. The decision was based on Macquarie Cloud Services’ expertise in customer experience, data sovereignty capabilities, and the ability to create customizable cloud environments. By utilizing Macquarie Cloud Services’ Launch private cloud, VITG aims to uphold data protection regulations while providing optimal cloud services to their healthcare clients.
Development of a customized private cloud for VITG
Macquarie Cloud Services collaborated closely with VITG to develop a customized private cloud solution. This involved deploying the private cloud on Dell Technologies hardware, ensuring the highest level of security, scalability, and performance for VITG’s healthcare clients. Macquarie Cloud Services took responsibility for providing security updates, support, monitoring, insights, and alerts, enabling VITG to focus on delivering top-tier healthcare solutions.
Furthermore, Macquarie Cloud Services conducted a seamless migration of a significant amount of data from VITG’s self-managed data center to Macquarie Data Centers’ sovereign facilities. This migration ensures data remains within Australia, addressing data sovereignty concerns that are crucial for healthcare providers.
Growing cybersecurity concerns in the healthcare industry
Mark Farrell, Head of Security and Compliance at VITG, emphasized the pressing need for secure cloud solutions in the healthcare industry. With an increase in cyber threats targeting healthcare data, it has become imperative to have robust security measures in place. Macquarie Cloud Services’ baked-in security, sovereignty, and expertise, particularly among its government data security-cleared personnel, make it a trusted choice for healthcare providers seeking secure cloud services.
Advantages of the VITG-Macquarie Cloud Services Partnership
The partnership between VITG and Macquarie Cloud Services holds several advantages for healthcare providers. Firstly, it makes secure private cloud services commercially viable, scalable, and affordable, regardless of the size of the healthcare organization. This helps level the playing field and ensures equal access to advanced cloud solutions for all healthcare providers.
Additionally, the partnership addresses the evolving security and compliance requirements of the healthcare industry. With regulatory frameworks becoming increasingly stringent, healthcare providers need to align with the latest data protection standards. Macquarie Cloud Services’ expertise in security and compliance, coupled with their tailored solutions, caters perfectly to the dynamic needs of the healthcare sector.
Importance of Macquarie Cloud Services’ Expansion and Leadership Appointment
Macquarie Cloud Services’ expansion of Launch private cloud illustrates the growing demand for secure and comprehensive cloud solutions in the healthcare industry. The promotion of Jonathan Staff to lead the private cloud business is both strategic and timely, highlighting the company’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of healthcare providers.
Addressing the rising costs and decreasing choices in the cloud market
The cloud market is experiencing rising costs and a decrease in choices, making strategic partnerships like VITG and Macquarie Cloud Services even more crucial for healthcare providers. Through their collaboration, VITG and Macquarie Cloud Services offer a reliable and cost-effective alternative to expensive cloud solutions. This partnership ensures that healthcare providers can access quality cloud services without exceeding their budget.
The expansion of the partnership between VITG and Macquarie Cloud Services signifies a significant step forward in the delivery of secure private cloud services for healthcare clients. By utilizing Macquarie Cloud Services’ Launch private cloud and the expertise of its personnel, VITG can now offer top-tier cloud services to healthcare providers while complying with data sovereignty requirements. As cybersecurity concerns continue to grow, partnerships like these play a crucial role in meeting the evolving security and compliance needs of the healthcare industry. Together, VITG and Macquarie Cloud Services are spearheading the adoption of secure and affordable cloud solutions, ensuring that healthcare providers have the necessary tools to safeguard their sensitive data and deliver superior care to patients.