HITRUST Collaborate 2024 came to a close last week and we’re still buzzing with the energy and insights shared during the event. Held over 2.5 days at the Omni Star, right at the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters, it was a remarkable gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and professionals from across the risk, compliance, and security landscape.
Here are the key takeaways from this year’s Collaborate.
A look back and forward: HITRUST’s journey
HITRUST Founder and CEO, Daniel Nutkis along with other expert panelists took the stage to delve into the evolution of HITRUST and the broader security assurance industry. They shared insights on where we have come from, where we are now, and where we are headed. The discussion emphasized the advancements in security practices and HITRUST’s pivotal role in shaping the industry’s future.
Vision 2025: Continuous assurance takes center stage
One of the most exciting sessions was led by Robert Booker, HITRUST’s Chief Strategy Officer. He unveiled HITRUST’s vision for 2025, a strategic plan focused on delivering continuous assurance to meet the growing needs of the industry. This vision highlighted how HITRUST is innovating to integrate automated evidence collection, constant monitoring, and seamless results distribution to set a clear direction for the future of risk and compliance management.
AI assurance: The future of security
AI was a hot topic at HITRUST Collaborate 2024. Numerous keynotes and sessions were centered around AI assurances, emphasizing HITRUST’s latest initiatives like the AI Risk Management Assessment and the AI Security Certification. These developments are set to provide the industry with robust tools for AI risk management, ensuring a secure transition into the AI-driven future.
Integration with ServiceNow: Enhancing third-party risk management
HITRUST announced its plan to operationalize its third-party risk management methodologies through integration with leading platforms, starting with ServiceNow. This move is designed to streamline how organizations handle assessments and risk management processes. Apply for the Private Preview Program for efficient third-party risk management.
More than just sessions: Building connections
Beyond the informative sessions, the conference was also about making personal connections. Attendees got the chance to network, exchange ideas, and even enjoy some downtime on the practice field of Dallas Cowboys with food, drinks, and giant games.
Diverse discussions: From cyber insurance to ransomware
HITRUST Collaborate 2024 featured a wide range of discussions covering topics such as cyber insurance, ransomware threats, building a resilient cybersecurity workforce, global compliance trends, and more. These sessions offered valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing today’s compliance and security landscape.
Looking ahead: HITRUST Collaborate 2025
As we wrap up this year’s event, our sights are already set on HITRUST Collaborate 2025. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us, contributed, and made this event a success. Stay tuned and subscribe to the HITRUST YouTube channel to catch glimpses and highlights from this year’s event.
We look forward to seeing you and making it even more impactful next year.