Balancing Speed and Safety: CI/CD in the World of Healthcare
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63282/3050-922X.IJERET-V1I3P104Keywords:
CI/CD, healthcare, continuous integration, continuous delivery, patient safety, software development, healthcare technology, regulatory compliance, data security, DevOps, healthcare IT, automation, software testing, deployment pipelines, healthcare innovationAbstract
In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare technology, the need to balance speed and safety has never been more critical. Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines have become the backbone of modern software development, enabling teams to deliver updates and new features at an unprecedented pace. However, in the context of healthcare, where the stakes are extraordinarily high, the adoption of CI/CD must be carefully managed to ensure that innovation does not come at the expense of patient safety. This article explores the delicate equilibrium between accelerating development cycles and maintaining rigorous safety standards in healthcare software. It delves into the unique challenges faced by healthcare organizations as they implement CI/CD practices, such as managing regulatory compliance, ensuring data privacy, and minimizing the risk of system failures that could impact patient care. Through real-world examples and expert insights, we examine how healthcare teams can leverage CI/CD to enhance efficiency without compromising the quality and safety of their applications. By embracing a culture of collaboration, continuous testing, and vigilant monitoring, healthcare organizations can successfully navigate the complex intersection of speed and safety, ensuring that their technological advancements contribute positively to patient outcomes while maintaining the trust and reliability that the industry demands
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