Strata Health UK Achieves NHS CIS2 Certification for Strata PathWays™ Transforming Healthcare Access with Cutting-Edge Authentication  

London, UK – 26^th July, 2024 – Strata Health UK is thrilled to announce that our flagship platform, Strata PathWays™, is now fully certified for NHS CIS2 (Care Identity Service 2) Authentication. This significant milestone underscores our commitment to enhancing healthcare delivery by providing secure, convenient, and reliable access to our services for health and care professionals across England. 

What is NHS CIS2 Authentication?

NHS CIS2 Authentication is a robust security service designed to allow health and care professionals in England to access national clinical information systems securely and conveniently. By offering alternative authentication methods beyond traditional smartcards, CIS2 opens up new avenues for secure access using devices like iPads, security keys, and mobile apps such as Microsoft Authenticator.

How Strata PathWays™ Benefits from CIS2 Authentication

With CIS2 certification, Strata PathWays™ users can now enjoy a streamlined and secure login experience that supports a wide range of devices and authentication methods, including:

• Windows Hello for Business: Users can log in by simply showing their face or fingerprints, eliminating the need for smartcards and ensuring a seamless, software- free experience.
• Security Keys: These small USB devices provide a quick and secure login process with a PIN and a touch.
• iPads: Health professionals on the go can use their iPads for quick access with biometric authentication.
• Microsoft Authenticator: A trusted app that allows users to authenticate with a 6-digit security code, ensuring secure access even on the move.
• Smartcards: Both internet-enabled and HSCN-connected smartcards are supported, offering flexibility depending on the user’s environment.

Key Benefits of CIS2 Authentication

• Convenient Access Anywhere:
  • Log in using facial recognition or fingerprints, eliminating the need to carry and manage smartcards.
  • Simplified login process with no need to remember multiple credentials.
  • Accessible without the need for HSCN, enabling greater flexibility.
• Enhanced Security:
  • Cryptographic login credentials that never leave the user’s device, providing robust protection against phishing and password theft.
  • Elimination of risks associated with replay attacks, ensuring the highest security standards.
• Reliable Support:
  • Platinum service availability with 24/7 support and 99.99% uptime, ensuring uninterrupted access for healthcare professionals.
• Improving Patient Care:
  • Paramedics can access patient information en route and on-site using biometrics on iPads.
  • Dentists and pharmacists can securely refer and consult patients using advanced authentication methods.
  • Social care staff gain seamless access to medical records with multi-factor authentication on their mobile devices.

Driving Innovation and Efficiency in Healthcare

Strata PathWays™ leverages CIS2 authentication to further enhance its role in streamlining patient referral and transition processes. By adopting these advanced authentication methods, Strata PathWays™ ensures that health and care professionals can focus more on patient care and less on managing access credentials.

Join Over 530,000 Users Benefitting from CIS2

With over 40 applications and 530,000 users already leveraging NHS CIS2 Authentication, Strata PathWays™ is proud to join this innovative ecosystem, driving forward secure and efficient healthcare solutions.

About Strata Health UK

Strata Health UK is dedicated to revolutionising healthcare transitions through our secure, cloud-based platform, Strata PathWays™. By achieving NHS CIS2 certification, we continue to lead the way in providing cutting-edge solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency across the healthcare system.

For more information about Strata PathWays™ and our CIS2 certified capabilities, please visit https://stratahealth.com/uk or follow us on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/strata-health-uk and X – https://x.com/StrataHealthUK

Media Contact:

Wasim Shabir

Director – Technical Sales & Interoperability UK Strata Health UK

0333 002 0233 / 07870 815 311

wasim.shabir@stratahealth.com

https://stratahealth.com/uk