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📣 We're super excited to welcome Aahuti Rai to the 8foldGovernance team as our new Board Chair and Non-Executive Director. 🎉 With a wealth of experience in the Health Tech industry and decades working in consulting and professional services, Aahuti joins the 8fold team to support the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams guide business strategy, culture and growth initiatives at this exciting time for #DigitalHealth & #MedTech. Aahuti had the following to say about her new appointment: "I’m thrilled to join 8foldGovernance having followed their journey for several years. I’ve been impressed by their stellar reputation for providing trusted, reliable, and practical support in this rapidly evolving sector. As we navigate the excitement surrounding healthcare innovation, it’s crucial to remain grounded. We have a responsibility to ensure that regulation keeps pace with technological advancements while prioritising privacy, safety, and evidence-based decision-making. 8fold serves as a vital anchor in this high-growth industry, and I’m honoured to contribute to their continued evolution and thought leadership." 🤝 Our CEO Lyndon Johnson also had this to say: "I am delighted to welcome Aahuti to the 8fold team. She shares many similar values with our organisation and will further strengthen our culture as we continue on our mission to put safety, ethics and good governance at the heart of every health innovation. Myself and the rest of the team would also like to thank our outgoing Chair and NED Matthew Tod; we knew we would only work together for a year as Matthew literally ‘sails off into the sunset’ but his experience, knowledge and integrity have been invaluable - you will be sorely missed." ⛵ Welcome to the 8fold Aahuti 💫

The NHS has been the subject of several significant ransomware attacks in the last 12-months owing to a lack of business oversight in establishing robust and effective information and cyber security controls. With #DigitalHealth solutions potentially poised to play a major part in supporting the NHS address the existing patient backlog and address Wes Streetings ambitions for a modern, digital health service, suppliers must take accountability for their cyber security posture. Unsure where to start? We can help. Get in touch to find out how we can enhance your cyber security resilience through initiatives and standards such as: ⚔️Cyber Essentials  ⚔️Cyber Essentials Plus  🛡️Penetration Testing  🌐ISO 27001 We’re here to help. #JoinThe8fold 

For all suppliers to Health and Social Care services, it's imperative to have a strong cyber security posture to safeguard sensitive information. As Cyber Security Awareness Month draws to a close, it's crucial to remember that cyber vigilance should be a year-round commitment. At 8foldGovernance, we specialise in supporting businesses across the continuum of health and care compliance. With expertise covering: ⚔️Cyber Essentials  ⚔️Cyber Essentials Plus  🛡️Penetration Testing  🌐ISO 27001 We can help you secure your business against Cyber Threats, creating a safer ecosystem for healthcare innovation to thrive. Interested in understanding how we can support your business?  Get in touch. We’re here to help. #JoinThe8fold 

🌍 Our Board Advisor Paul S Weston is actively supporting the ISO/IEC Joint Working Group 7 (JWG7) sessions and was in Leeds last week to connect with colleagues to discuss the latest developments. His involvement allows us to stay connected to international standards, keeping us informed about what's on the horizon in the world of #DigitalHealth and #HealthTech. Being part of these discussions helps us align with the latest in cybersecurity risk assessment and health IT standards, enabling us to support our clients at the cutting edge of innovation. 💫 #ISOStandards #CyberSecurity

🧔♂️ This year some of our team are taking part in 'Movember' and raising money to raise awareness of Mens Health and #MentalHealth. As a business working at the cutting edge of #healthcare innovation, we see the phenomenal potential of #DigitalHealth to improve access to services for Men who struggle to speak up, but recognise there is more that can be done as a society to encourage open communication. Movember is the leading charity setup to change the face of men’s health. Since 2003, Movember has funded more than 1,250 men’s health projects around the world, challenging the status quo, and shaking up men’s health research. If you would like to follow the teams progress or donate to this important cause, check out our Just Giving page here: https://lnkd.in/emG-QvYr

📣 ISO 9001: A Competitive Advantage for Digital Health Suppliers? 📣 We're often asked at 8foldGovernance if investing in #InternationalStandards is worthwhile for the NHS and the honest answer is, it depends. 🧐 Daniel and Ryan spoke about this at length during a recent 'Insights to Impact' webinar led by Health Innovation East and highlighted that for technologies which are not considered #MedicalDevices, there are a host of advantages to adopting standards which are internationally recognised, including: 🛡️ Enhanced Trust in your solutions and business ⚔️ Improved product safety through standardised processes 🌎 Opportunities for international expansion and growth In our latest blog, written by our Managing Director Kasia Kaczmarek, we uncover the competitive advantages for #DigitalHealth suppliers who adopt ISO 9001 - the universal Quality Management System (QMS) standard. Read the full blog available here: https://lnkd.in/dHZX2kYe Curious about International Standards? 💭 Compliance giving you nightmares? 👻 Get in touch. We can help. #JoinThe8fold

Last week our Senior Leadership Team got together in Worcestershire to reflect on the last 12-months and think about the future. 🚀 They were even lucky enough to be able to enjoy the gorgeous autumn sunshine 🍂 Whilst everyone at 8foldGovernance enjoys the flexibility and autonomy of working remotely, we understand the value of coming together in person to debate important topics, plan for the future and connect as a team. Kasia Kaczmarek Lyndon Johnson Daniel Mannion Adam Spinks LLB Ryan Palmer #JoinThe8fold

Brighton Chamber's Annual Summit 🎉 At 8foldGovernance, we are proud to support our team’s continuous professional growth and engagement in the wider business community. This week, Lily and Chloe attended Brighton Chamber's Annual Summit—a truly inspiring event. The Summit’s theme, 24/7, focused on the balance between the flexibility of modern work and the challenges of burnout and digital fatigue with great talks and workshops from the likes of Alison Lapper MBE, Jessica Eccles and Dr Mya-Rose Birdgirl Craig D.Sc. h.c. We’re excited to see the thought-provoking ideas and practical insights from this Summit being brought back to 8foldGovernance, enriching our culture of inclusivity, well-being, and continuous learning. #BrightonSummit #InclusiveWorkplace #WorkLifeBalance #ConnectionMatters #ContinuousLearning

📣 Medical Device Manufacturers 📣 Don't miss this important update to Post-Market Surveillance Regulations in the UK. 🔍 With our expert team of #SaMD and #AIaMD specialists, we're here to help. #JoinThe8fold

Harnessing International Standards is essential for growing businesses in #DigitalHealth. With compliance and regulatory requirements expected to increase for businesses working in healthcare, leveraging #ISO standards to ensure effectiveness and quality is essential. Join Ryan Palmer and Daniel Mannion on Health Innovation Easts latest “Insights to Impact” Webinar exploring how businesses can leverage international standards to their competitive advantage. This is a FREE webinar suitable for Digital Health and #MedTech innovators. ⌚ 29th October 2024 🧭 Online, via Microsoft Teams Register via the link: https://lnkd.in/dbTeNvCd