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NHS England Enhances Mobile Security and Compliance with Check Point Harmony Mobile

Technology Category

Cybersecurity & Privacy - Security Compliance
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Applicable Industries

National Security & Defense
Telecommunications

Applicable Functions

Quality Assurance

Use Cases

Personnel Tracking & Monitoring
Tamper Detection

The Challenge

NHS England, the organization responsible for overseeing the budget, planning, delivery, and day-to-day operation of the commissioning side of the National Health Service in England, faced a significant challenge in securing mobile access for its 6,800 staff members. The organization had to simplify security management for its critical mobile workforce, which was increasingly reliant on mobile devices for tasks such as checking emails, sharing reports, setting up video calls, accessing staff records, and submitting expenses. The challenge was not only to provide secure access but also to ensure compliance with the UK’s Data Protection Act, 2018, and the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

About The Customer

NHS England is the organization responsible for overseeing the budget, planning, delivery, and day-to-day operation of the commissioning side of the National Health Service in England. It establishes the standards and frameworks under which healthcare services are provided in the country. The organization has recently merged with NHS Improvement, another health governance body, to better support the NHS and provide patients with consistently safe, high-quality, compassionate care within financially sustainable local health systems. Almost all of its 7,500 staff work from mobile devices, making mobile security a critical aspect of its operations.

The Solution

NHS England adopted Check Point Harmony Mobile to address its mobile security challenges. This leading mobile threat defense solution protects users from malware, network and phishing attacks, OS exploits, and malicious apps. Check Point Harmony Mobile's native integration with mobile management tools enhances the visibility and management of the organization’s risk posture of mobile devices. NHS England uses this solution to defend against sophisticated cyber-attacks, in conjunction with IBM MaaS360 Mobile Device Management, which provides control of hardware, security compliance, and location information. The solution not only strengthens security across the mobile workforce but also provides clear visibility of the threat landscape, improving reporting and in-house expertise.

Operational Impact

The implementation of Check Point Harmony Mobile has led to significant operational improvements for NHS England. It has enabled the organization to manage mobile devices for 6,800 users, providing secure access to a constantly changing menu of workplace productivity applications. Mobile users are now warned if they attempt an unsecured connection, enhancing overall security. The solution has also improved visibility into the threat landscape, making it easier to generate and share monthly reports and understand new threats. Regular sessions with Check Point have increased in-house security expertise and provided assurance that mobile working is managed correctly. This has also enabled NHS England to demonstrate security best practice to others in the healthcare community.

Quantitative Benefit

Secured mobile access for 6,800 NHS staff
Reduced time spent managing mobile security
Achieved compliance with the UK’s Data Protection Act, 2018, and the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)