Hybrid Cloud: Strengthening Data Security in Pharma and Healthcare

Pharmaceutical companies and CROs are increasingly embracing hybrid cloud infrastructure to protect sensitive patient and research data without compromising operational efficiency. This model merges the control of private servers with the scalability of public cloud services, enabling seamless management of diagnostics, clinical trials, and data-heavy research while meeting compliance standards.

Cyberattacks—like the 2022 AIIMS Delhi ransomware incident—highlight sector vulnerabilities. In 2024, India’s average healthcare breach cost reached ₹45.2 crore, 25% above the global average. Hybrid cloud mitigates such risks by isolating sensitive data in private environments while running high-volume applications in the public cloud.

This approach not only safeguards operations during attacks but also offers cost efficiency, scaling resources as needed. It supports gradual transitions, allowing AI and analytics integration without disrupting compliance-dependent systems. In a rapidly digitizing healthcare landscape, hybrid cloud stands as both a security measure and a strategic enabler.

11-08-2025