The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the transition to digital healthcare provision. Facing unprecedented demand, interoperability of patient data across platforms and technologies have rapidly become an enabling aspect of healthcare provision - particularly in primary care – which is crucial to ensure seamless and connected patient pathways.

The rapid adoption of remote and online working, including virtual consultations, has highlighted risks and potentially less secure environments. Meanwhile healthcare systems and organizations across the world continue to be victims of cyber-attacks, sometimes with catastrophic results.