The transition to passwordless authentication is expected to continue over the next decade, with high-risk industries like healthcare leading the way. In this article for Healthcare IT Today by rf IDEAS President, David Cottingham, learn about the four key trends to watch for in the healthcare industry:
- FIDO Authentication: Passkeys and other FIDO standards are becoming more universal, supported by major tech companies.
- Digital Wallets and Biometric Authentication: These methods can be beneficial for non-urgent clinical use cases and administrative tasks.
- High-Risk Industries Leading Adoption: Healthcare organizations are incentivized to adopt passwordless methods due to HIPAA compliance risks.
- Phased Rollouts: Transitioning to passwordless authentication typically occurs in stages, starting with auditing existing methods and preparing infrastructure.
David emphasizes the urgent need for healthcare organizations to prepare for a passwordless future to enhance security, protect sensitive data, and improve patient care.
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