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IGEL and Zscaler Launch Healthcare Security Blueprints

In an era where healthcare delivery is rapidly becoming more decentralized, the need for robust security measures has never been more pressing. On May 20, 2026, IGEL, a prominent global software provider known for its Adaptive Secure Endpoint Platform™, unveiled collaborative healthcare security blueprints developed with Zscaler, a recognized leader in cloud security. These blueprints debuted at HIMSS26 Europe's conference in Copenhagen and are designed to help healthcare organizations enhance their infrastructure while ensuring the security of protected health information (PHI).

The contemporary healthcare landscape presents unique challenges. With care increasingly distributed across various settings, providers are confronted with heightened endpoint vulnerabilities and an expanded number of access paths to critical clinical systems. There’s also an ongoing pressure to maintain continuity of care amid potential disruptions. The new IGEL and Zscaler blueprints address these complexities through a combination of IGEL’s immutable endpoint operating system, its Universal Management Suite (UMS), and the IGEL App Portal integrated with Zscaler's identity and policy-centric access controls via the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform.

Key Features of the Blueprints

1. Isolated Recovery Environment Access Blueprint: Tailored for high-stress situations, such as a ransomware attack, this blueprint guides organizations on how to restore operations rapidly by establishing a known-good endpoint state. It enforces strict access controls to recovery systems, aligning with IGEL’s Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery strategy, enabling quick recovery to a trusted operating state while centralizing application access.

2. Distributed Clinics Blueprint: This model provides outpatient clinics and imaging centers with a structured approach to standardize on an immutable endpoint and access controls. It aims to minimize reliance on local security appliances and outdated VPN systems.

3. Remote Clinician Access Blueprint: Extending the same level of security and access controls to medical professionals working remotely, this blueprint ensures that access behaviors are coherent across hospital, clinic, and remote environments.

As Matthias Haas, IGEL's Chief Technology Officer, pointed out, “For healthcare organizations, resilience and security cannot be treated as separate initiatives.” The introduction of these blueprints provides actionable guidance designed to mitigate endpoint risk, enforce policy-based access, and sustain care delivery even amidst uncertain conditions in the operational environment.

Frank Nydam, Executive Director at Zscaler for Healthcare, echoed this sentiment, stating, “Our collaboration with IGEL presents healthcare organizations with a modern architectural framework for safeguarding distributed endpoints at scale while reducing risk and facilitating prompt, reliable access for care teams.”

The integration of endpoint integrity alongside cloud-enforced access controls allows healthcare organizations to streamline their security architecture, reduce redundancy in tools, and foster a more sustainable approach to protecting clinical workflows and patient data.

Conclusion

Healthcare organizations eager to learn more about these blueprints can access them immediately. Attendees of HIMSS26 Europe have the unique opportunity to discover more from IGEL during the event in Copenhagen. As the healthcare sector continues to evolve, the joint efforts of IGEL and Zscaler represent a significant advancement in securing the future of healthcare delivery.

For further details, the blueprints can be accessed through IGEL’s resource library, providing comprehensive descriptions and guidelines on adopting these newly formulated security measures within healthcare infrastructures.

About IGEL

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Germany, IGEL specializes in delivering Adaptive Secure Endpoint Platforms that enable secure access across a variety of digital environments. Their innovative approaches ensure compliance with security protocols while enhancing operational efficiency.

Discover more about IGEL’s offerings by visiting their website at www.igel.com.