SC Magazine Readers Select Imprivata as a Finalist in 2011 Awards for Best Multifactor Product

LEXINGTON, Mass. — January 5, 2010 Imprivata, the #1 independent technology authentication and access management provider for health care and other regulated industries, has been named a finalist in the Best Multifactor Product category in the 2011 SC Magazine Awards as one of the information security industry’s most effective in helping address a particular security need in today’s enterprise. Imprivata OneSign® was named as a premiere solution in the Reader Trust Award competition, which honors best-in-class security products and services.

Imprivata OneSign® was selected from hundreds of entries submitted in more than 31 technology categories. Finalists will be reviewed and winners will be chosen by the wide distribution of SC Magazine readers - security and technology experts from large, medium and small enterprises from all major vertical markets.

“The contenders in this category have already won a significant honor, the respect of their peers and a body of experts that represents those most interested in following threats and advancements in information security,” said SC Magazine Editor-in-Chief Illena Armstrong. “To make it this far amongst hundreds of submissions is quite an achievement.”

In its 14th year, the information security industry’s most prominent accolade, the annual SC Awards showcase the best solutions, services and professionals while recognizing achievement and technical excellence. SC Magazine distinguishes the achievements of the security professionals in the trenches, the innovations happening in the vendor and service provider communities and the passionate work of government, commercial and nonprofits - all working to help improve global security.

“Having Imprivata OneSign® nominated for the best multifactor product award is an honor and microcosm for our continued efforts to provide the healthcare industry with the most innovative security technology.” said Omar Hussain, president and CEO, Imprivata. “The SSO process truly is multifactor – it single handedly meets IT security demands and allows those in the healthcare industry to spend more time with their patients.”

Winners of this year’s SC Magazine Awards will be announced at a gala dinner and award ceremony to be held in San Francisco on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. The event is a night filled with excitement, along with an invaluable opportunity to network with the top corporate IT professionals in attendance. To attend the Awards, please register at http://www.scmagazineus.com/dinner--presentation/section/1557/

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About Imprivata
With more than one million users around the world, Imprivata is the #1 independent authentication and access-management provider for health care and other regulated industries where access to information must be secured.

Today, Imprivata is transforming the way hospitals transition from paper to digital information-access. Focused on simplifying and securing access to electronic medical records (EMR), Imprivata is enabling hospitals to create a secure environment that both protects patient privacy and streamlines clinical workflow. The Company’s signature OneSign® technology seamlessly integrates within clinicians’ daily workflow, giving them quick and convenient access to critical patient information needed to deliver the highest quality of health care.

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