Aviation Electronics, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Electricals, Controls (AVITEC)
Vol 8, No 2 (2026): August

A Design-Science-Based Technical-Security Framework for IoMT: Empirical Validation in Resource-Constrained Hospitals

Arinaitwe Winfred (Kampala International University)
Kareyo Margaret (Kampala International University)
Shefiu Olusegun Ganiyu (Kampala International University)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 May 2026

Abstract

The rapid diffusion of Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) technologies has improved healthcare delivery through real-time monitoring and data exchange, yet secure information sharing remains challenging in resource-constrained healthcare environments. This study develops and empirically validates a technical-security systems engineering framework integrating device, network, application, and governance layers for information-sharing-enabled IoMT systems in low-resource hospitals. The study adopted a Design Science Research (DSR) approach involving two phases: (1) qualitative derivation of security requirements from literature and standards, and (2) quantitative empirical validation using multiple regression analysis based on hospital survey data (n = 148). The study contributes a technical-security systems engineering framework that integrates device security, network protection, interoperability mechanisms, governance structures, and contextual adaptation requirements into a unified architectural model. Empirical findings indicate that secure IoMT implementation depends on the coordinated interaction of technical, organizational, and contextual controls rather than isolated cybersecurity mechanisms. By translating socio-technical interdependencies into operational security requirements aligned with standards promoted by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the study provides a validated design-science artifact that supports secure IoMT deployment in emerging digital health ecosystems, particularly within resource-constrained healthcare systems.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

avitec

Publisher

Subject

Aerospace Engineering Computer Science & IT Electrical & Electronics Engineering Engineering

Description

This journal is the scientific publications journal published by Department of Electrical Engineering, Sekolah Tinggi Teknologi Adisutjipto. It aims to promote and disseminate the research finding in the development of management theories and practices. It will provide a platform for academicians, ...