Latest news with #SecurityOrchestration
Channel Post MEA
27-05-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
GBM Enhances Cybersecurity at PRIME Health with Managed Detection and Response Service
Gulf Business Machines (GBM) has entered a strategic partnership with PRIME Health to deliver a comprehensive managed detection and response (MDR) service designed to enhance cybersecurity across the healthcare provider's ecosystem. Through this collaboration, GBM will deliver around-the-clock threat monitoring, rapid detection, and swift incident response to protect PRIME Health's digital environment. At the core of the collaboration are fully managed Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms, empowering security teams with automated workflows, real-time insights, and a unified dashboard for enhanced visibility and faster decision-making. In addition, PRIME Health will leverage GBM's expert Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) team to rapidly investigate and contain threats, while gaining access to contextual, healthcare-specific threat intelligence. Furthermore, the partnership will help safeguard the healthcare provider's digital reputation by proactively monitoring for misuse, impersonation, and threats targeting the brand. Beyond day-to-day operations, GBM will also provide ongoing support to strengthen PRIME Health's cybersecurity posture, ensuring continuous alignment with best practices, regulatory compliance, and evolving threat landscapes. Driven by a strong commitment to technological advancement in healthcare, the UAE's digital health market is projected to reach US$ 2.65 billion by 2030. The collaboration further taps into this opportunity by proactively identifying and mitigating cyber threats targeting patient data and medical devices, thereby contributing to safeguarding the critical healthcare ecosystem in the UAE. Jaleel Rahiman, IT Director at PRIME Health, said, 'At PRIME Health, we recognize that cybersecurity is essential for ensuring operational resilience and safeguarding patient data, and preserving the trust of every individual who walks through our doors. As part of our continued pursuit of excellence, we were looking for a globally recognized provider that could deliver top-grade cybersecurity while securing our complex environment end to end so that our internal teams are free to focus on innovation and care delivery. This initiative reflects our promise of 'Personalised Care, Personally'—where every patient interaction is built on a foundation of trust and data confidentiality. With its proven reputation, strong partnerships, and local presence in the UAE, GBM is our trusted partner in supporting our security goals and compliance roadmap.' Ossama El Samadoni, General Manager of GBM Dubai, said, 'Our MDR service will enable PRIME Health to ensure uninterrupted care delivery while staying ahead of cyber threats. Our multi-layered collaboration reflects our shared commitment to building a secure and resilient healthcare environment. We are delighted to help PRIME Health demonstrate leadership in secure digital transformation, build patient trust by proactively defending sensitive health data, and strengthen their reputation as a security-conscious, future-ready healthcare provider.' PRIME Health is one of the UAE's most trusted healthcare providers, known for its commitment to medical excellence and patient-centric care. With a portfolio that includes Prime Hospital, Prime Medical Centers, Premier Diagnostic Center, Medi Prime Pharmacies, and specialized services such as Home Care and Corporate Medical Services, the company plays a vital role in the UAE's healthcare landscape. The group's leadership continues to drive innovation across clinical, operational, and digital domains.
TECHx
26-05-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Cybersecurity Solutions: GBM Partners with PRIME Health
Home » Smart Sectors » Healthcare » GBM Partners with PRIME Health on Cybersecurity Solutions Gulf Business Machines (GBM), a leading digital solutions provider, has announced a strategic partnership with PRIME Health. The collaboration aims to deliver advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect PRIME Health's digital ecosystem. According to the announcement, the partnership introduces a fully managed detection and response (MDR) service. This includes 24/7 threat monitoring, fast detection, and immediate incident response. At the core of this initiative are Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms. These tools offer real-time insights, automated workflows, and a unified dashboard. They are designed to improve visibility and speed up decision-making. GBM also revealed that PRIME Health will have access to its expert Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) team. This team will investigate and contain threats quickly. Moreover, PRIME Health will benefit from specialized, contextual threat intelligence tailored to the healthcare sector. The partnership is expected to: Safeguard PRIME Health's digital reputation Monitor and mitigate threats such as impersonation and misuse Additionally, GBM will provide ongoing support to strengthen PRIME Health's cybersecurity posture. This includes maintaining regulatory compliance and aligning with evolving cybersecurity best practices. The UAE's digital health market is projected to reach US$2.65 billion by 2030. The collaboration supports this growth by protecting patient data and medical devices from cyber threats. Jaleel Rahiman, IT Director at PRIME Health, stated that cybersecurity is vital for operational resilience and patient trust. He emphasized that GBM's expertise will allow PRIME Health's internal teams to focus on innovation and care delivery. Ossama El Samadoni, General Manager of GBM Dubai, reported that the MDR service will help PRIME Health stay ahead of threats. He added that the initiative demonstrates leadership in secure digital transformation. PRIME Health is recognized as one of the UAE's most trusted healthcare providers. Its portfolio includes Prime Hospital, Prime Medical Centers, Premier Diagnostic Center, Medi Prime Pharmacies, and services like Home Care and Corporate Medical Services. With rising cyber threats in the Middle East and North Africa, the demand for strong cybersecurity solutions continues to grow. The region's cybersecurity market is expected to reach US$4.63 billion this year. This collaboration between GBM and PRIME Health marks a major step in building a secure healthcare environment in the UAE.
Cision Canada
28-04-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Optiv Report Finds Increased Cybersecurity Incidents, Strategic Budget Shifts as Organizations Combat Evolving Threat Landscape
Based on an independent Ponemon Institute survey, the report reveals 79% of respondents say their organization is making changes to its cybersecurity budget. Of these respondents, 71% say security budgets are increasing, with the average budget at $24 million. This correlates with the heightened volume of threat vectors, with 66% of respondents reporting cybersecurity incidents have increased significantly or increased in the past year, up from 61% in 2024. Download Optiv's 2025 Cybersecurity Threat and Risk Management Report: The report also highlights a notable shift in how organizations determine their cybersecurity budgets, with 67% now using risk and threat assessments to inform budget decisions, up from 53% in 2024. This move toward data-driven decision-making comes as organizations increasingly turn to managed security service providers (MSSPs), with outsourcing to MSSPs jumping from 47% in 2024 to 58% in 2025, particularly for cloud security guidance. "The data clearly shows a concerning trend: despite increases in cybersecurity budgets and resources, organizations continue to face more frequent attacks," said John Hurley, Optiv's chief revenue officer. "What's promising is the shift toward more strategic, data-driven approaches to budget allocation and the growing adoption of MSSPs to extend capabilities, particularly as organizations work to better understand their security vulnerabilities within the threat landscape." Additional key findings include: AI and Machine Learning Adoption Accelerating: Forty-six percent of respondents say their organizations use AI/ML to prevent cyberattacks, with 88% of these respondents incorporating generative AI at some level. The primary drivers for AI/ML adoption are improving operational efficiency (41%) and maintaining competitive advantage (40%). Automation Transforming Response Times: Fifty-seven percent of respondents report automation has reduced the time to respond to vulnerabilities, with 34% seeing significant improvements, highlighting automation's transformative role in cybersecurity operations. Vulnerability Management Challenges: Nearly three in four respondents (74%) identify a lack of understanding of every potential source of vulnerability as their biggest challenge to effective vulnerability management. SASE and SOAR Implementations Growing: Sixty-six percent of respondents say their organizations have fully or partially implemented Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), while 72% continue to significantly or moderately use Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR) to reduce cyber threats. Effectiveness of Cybersecurity Incident Response Plans (CSIRPs): Fifty-one percent of respondents say their organizations have a CSIRP applied consistently across the entire enterprise, up from 46% in 2024. The effectiveness of CSIRPs in minimizing the consequences of cybersecurity incidents has increased from 50% of respondents in 2024 to 57% of respondents in 2025. "Our independent research for Optiv reveals that organizations are making strategic investments in technology, processes and people to combat increasingly sophisticated threats," said Dr. Larry Ponemon, chairman and founder of the Ponemon Institute. "The growing adoption of AI, machine learning and automation technologies signals a significant shift in how organizations approach cybersecurity defense, focusing on both prevention and rapid response capabilities." Findings from Optiv's report are based on responses from 620 U.S.-based IT and IT security practitioners familiar with their organizations' strategies to manage threats and risks. For the latest news and updates from Optiv, visit Optiv Security: Secure greatness. ® Optiv is the cyber advisory and solutions leader, delivering strategic and technical expertise to nearly 6,000 companies across every major industry. We partner with organizations to advise, deploy and operate complete cybersecurity programs from strategy and managed security services to risk, integration and technology solutions. With clients at the center of our unmatched ecosystem of people, products, partners and programs, we accelerate business progress like no other company can. At Optiv, we manage cyber risk so you can secure your full potential. For more information, visit About Ponemon Institute: Ponemon Institute is dedicated to independent research and education that advances responsible information and privacy management practices within business and government. Our mission is to conduct high quality, empirical studies on critical issues affecting the management and security of sensitive information about people and organizations. We uphold strict data confidentiality, privacy and ethical research standards. We do not collect any personally identifiable information from individuals (or company identifiable information in our business research). Furthermore, we have strict quality standards to ensure that subjects are not asked extraneous, irrelevant or improper questions.
