Health Informatics Centre (HIC)

At HIC, we believe in the power of Health Data Research to shape positive and meaningful changes in health care outcomes for us all.

Established over 15 years ago, we have built up a wealth of experience with expert teams in secure data management, governance, data engineering, research Infrastructure, software, and business support to deliver and enhance our services.

For 12 years we have operated as a Trusted Research Environment (TRE or ‘Safe Haven’ in Scottish terms) for the Scottish Government and NHS Tayside and NHS Fife Health Board Regions delivering secure, research managed ‘access to’ data under robust governance control.

Commitment Statement

At HIC, we are fully committed to establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving our Information Security Management System (ISMS) in alignment with relevant legal, regulatory and good practice frameworks for information governance and data protection.

We recognise the importance of safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all forms of information within our organisation. This includes protecting client, staff, operational and partner data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration and destruction.
To demonstrate this commitment, we shall:
 

• Ensure that information security objectives are defined, aligned with HIC's strategic direction and integrated into key business processes.
• Fulfil all applicable legal, regulatory and contractual obligations related to information security.
• Manage information security risks through effective risk assessment, treatment and continual monitoring.
• Provide necessary resources and support to establish a culture of security awareness and accountability across all HIC staff.
• Ensure leadership engagement and continual improvement of the ISMS through regular reviews, audits and updates in response to evolving threats, technologies and business needs.

This statement reflects our leadership's commitment to protecting our information assets and ensuring the trust of our stakeholders. All staff, clients and relevant external parties are expected to support and comply with our ISMS policies and procedures.

Signed,
Dr Christian Cole & Richard Walls
HIC Academic and Operational Directors
Health Informatics Centre, University of Dundee