What E1 Hitrust Certification Means for Reprotech and Why It Matters Qa with Rodney Bandy Director of It

At Reprotech, we know that behind every specimen we store is a person, a family, a future. Protecting that possibility is our mission. That’s why earning our e1 HITRUST Certification* is more than a milestone—it’s a promise to safeguard what matters most with integrity, innovation, and care.

We spoke with Rodney Bandy, Director of Information Technology, Applications, & EMR Integration, to explain what this certification means, why it matters, and how it strengthens the trust our clients and partners place in us.

Why does e1 HITRUST Certification matter to Reprotech’s clients and partners?

Rodney:

“At its heart, e1 HITRUST Certification is about trust. Clinics and patients need to know their most sensitive information is safe, and this certification proves it.”

For our partners and clients, this certification provides:

Confidence that our certified platform meets rigorous security and compliance standards.
Peace of mind, knowing our in-scope data system has been independently verified through HITRUST.
Efficiency, since our certification reduces the need for extensive vendor risk assessments—HITRUST has already done the deep dive.
Assurance that data protection is not an afterthought but an embedded part of how our certified platform operates.
Reduced risk, since verified security controls lower the chance of breaches—and, in turn, lower legal and financial exposure for everyone involved.

For our clients, e1 HITRUST Certification is peace of mind. It means their data is protected and their risks are lower.

Rodney BandyDirector of Information Technology, Applications, & EMR Integration

So, what exactly is e1 HITRUST Certification and how does it work?

Rodney: “HITRUST stands for Health Information Trust Alliance. It began in healthcare to ensure HIPAA compliance, but has since expanded into industries such as finance and technology.

What makes it powerful is that HITRUST unifies more than 60 security and privacy frameworks—including HIPAA, ISO, and NIST—into one comprehensive system.”

Organizations pursue e1 HITRUST Certification because it:

Establishes a strong foundation for data protection.
Simplifies compliance by meeting multiple requirements at once.
Highlights and fixes security gaps before they become problems.
Builds trust with patients and clinics.
Reduces risks and can even lower costs, such as cyber insurance premiums.

HITRUST takes over 60 security and privacy standards and brings them together into one powerful framework.

Rodney Bandy

What does the “e1” in e1 HITRUST Certification stand for?

Rodney: “The ‘e1’ is the entry-level certification in the HITRUST process. It’s for organizations building their security maturity or those with lower risk exposure. Think of it as the foundation—it covers about 44 essential controls and prepares an organization to grow into even stronger protections.”

For Reprotech, e1 HITRUST Certification is the right first step. It locks in a reliable baseline today and sets the stage for ongoing progress.

The e1 is the natural first step—it sets a strong foundation for building more advanced protections.

Rodney B.

How does earning e1 HITRUST Certification for our platform influence daily operations at Reprotech?

Rodney: “This certification isn’t just a plaque on the wall—it changes how we work every day.”

Here’s what that looks like:

Clear processes: No guesswork—every task follows a documented path so nothing slips through the cracks.
Ongoing vigilance: Our certified platform is continually monitored, with security events reviewed and addressed quickly.
Access done right: When people join or leave, access is granted or removed immediately and with care.
Everyone plays a part: Each staff member completes annual training so they know how to recognize and prevent risks like phishing.
Practice makes prepared: We run drills and keep our response plans updated, so if an issue arises, we’re ready.
Thoughtful changes: Any system update goes through review, testing, and approval before it goes live.
Shared standards: We expect our vendors to meet the same rigorous requirements we follow ourselves.

What was the process of achieving e1 HITRUST Certification for Reprotech’s data platform?

Rodney:

“Certification took about a year of focused work. We strengthened policies, processes, and systems, then partnered with an independent assessor to review our practices. After making improvements, we gave those changes time to settle in, then completed a full audit that confirmed we met the requirements.”

The process was rigorous—but it left us stronger, more resilient, and better equipped to protect the futures entrusted to us.

Rodney B.

Does e1 HITRUST Certification mean the work is done—or just beginning?

Rodney:

“e1 HITRUST Certification shows that our certified platform meets rigorous security and compliance standards, giving clinics and patients greater peace of mind and strengthening trust in the futures we protect.”

Certification Details

*Reprotech’s Acumatica platform, hosted on Microsoft Azure, has earned e1 HITRUST Certification. The certification was issued for in-scope facilities at Microsoft Azure (Data Center), Central US, Minnesota, United States of America, managed by Microsoft Azure (Azure).

Why does e1 HITRUST Certification matter to Reprotech’s clients and partners?

Rodney:

“At its heart, e1 HITRUST Certification is about trust. Clinics and patients need to know their most sensitive information is safe, and this certification proves it.”

For our partners and clients, this certification provides:

Confidence that our certified platform meets rigorous security and compliance standards.
Peace of mind, knowing our in-scope data system has been independently verified through HITRUST.
Efficiency, since our certification reduces the need for extensive vendor risk assessments—HITRUST has already done the deep dive.
Assurance that data protection is not an afterthought but an embedded part of how our certified platform operates.
Reduced risk, since verified security controls lower the chance of breaches—and, in turn, lower legal and financial exposure for everyone involved.

For our clients, e1 HITRUST Certification is peace of mind. It means their data is protected and their risks are lower.

Rodney BandyDirector of Information Technology, Applications, & EMR Integration

So, what exactly is e1 HITRUST Certification and how does it work?

Rodney: “HITRUST stands for Health Information Trust Alliance. It began in healthcare to ensure HIPAA compliance, but has since expanded into industries such as finance and technology.

What makes it powerful is that HITRUST unifies more than 60 security and privacy frameworks—including HIPAA, ISO, and NIST—into one comprehensive system.”

Organizations pursue e1 HITRUST Certification because it:

Establishes a strong foundation for data protection.
Simplifies compliance by meeting multiple requirements at once.
Highlights and fixes security gaps before they become problems.
Builds trust with patients and clinics.
Reduces risks and can even lower costs, such as cyber insurance premiums.

HITRUST takes over 60 security and privacy standards and brings them together into one powerful framework.

Rodney Bandy

What does the “e1” in e1 HITRUST Certification stand for?

For Reprotech, e1 HITRUST Certification is the right first step. It locks in a reliable baseline today and sets the stage for ongoing progress.

The e1 is the natural first step—it sets a strong foundation for building more advanced protections.

Rodney B.

How does earning e1 HITRUST Certification for our platform influence daily operations at Reprotech?

Rodney: “This certification isn’t just a plaque on the wall—it changes how we work every day.”

Here’s what that looks like:

Clear processes: No guesswork—every task follows a documented path so nothing slips through the cracks.
Ongoing vigilance: Our certified platform is continually monitored, with security events reviewed and addressed quickly.
Access done right: When people join or leave, access is granted or removed immediately and with care.
Everyone plays a part: Each staff member completes annual training so they know how to recognize and prevent risks like phishing.
Practice makes prepared: We run drills and keep our response plans updated, so if an issue arises, we’re ready.
Thoughtful changes: Any system update goes through review, testing, and approval before it goes live.
Shared standards: We expect our vendors to meet the same rigorous requirements we follow ourselves.

What was the process of achieving e1 HITRUST Certification for Reprotech’s data platform?

Rodney:

The process was rigorous—but it left us stronger, more resilient, and better equipped to protect the futures entrusted to us.

Rodney B.

Does e1 HITRUST Certification mean the work is done—or just beginning?

Rodney: