NHS Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit (MLCSU) has partnered with LIMA to deliver their industry-leading Vulnerability Detection and Remediation (VDR) solution.

MLCSU is a dynamic force, driving healthcare excellence across the Midlands and Lancashire regions. With a focus on collaborative commissioning, resource optimisation, and community-driven initiatives, MLCSU is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centric care.

One of the main challenges MLCSU encountered was the continuous need to safeguard their IT infrastructure. This demanding task consumed significant resources that could have been allocated to other business initiatives. MLCSU had to promptly address frequent NHS cyber alerts, requiring meticulous attention and swift action to stay compliant with NHS regulations, NCSC guidelines, CE+, while also adapting to any updates in these guidelines.

LIMA’s VDR service provided MLCSU with a comprehensive solution to manage and remediate vulnerabilities efficiently. Operating within an outstanding SLA, VDR ensures compliance by meeting Cyber Essentials Plus certification requirements through full end-to-end remediation.

In just six weeks, MLCSU reached compliance using LIMA’s VDR solution. This service provides customised monthly reports, offering high-level summaries for the board and detailed technical insights for the IT team, thereby enhancing governance and reporting.

With the support of LIMA’s cyber experts, MLCSU’s internal IT team could focus on strategic projects, leading to improved project delivery and operational efficiency. The subscription-based model also ensured a fixed annual cost for all remediation, removing the uncertainties of unexpected expenses.

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Kam Ryatt, Head of IT at MLCSU commented:

“We chose LIMA to address our cybersecurity challenges, and their VDR solution has seamlessly integrated into our operations. It not only responds to NHS Cyber Alerts but also enhances governance and reporting, significantly frees up our internal resources for more strategic initiatives, and provides a fixed annual cost for remediation. It’s a fantastic service.”

Ryan Ratcliffe, Chief Sales Officer at LIMA said: 

“At LIMA, we are committed to delivering impactful strides in cybersecurity. The successful integration of VDR with MLCSU showcases our dedication to providing innovative solutions that empower organisations to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity efficiently.”

Curious about what VDR can achieve for your organisation? Why not talk to one of our experts at LIMA? We have over 25 years of experience in navigating the complexities of cyber security.

Contact us today at 0345 345 1110 or enquiries@lima.co.uk.