Report reveals why most Big Data projects fail

Big Data has been getting a lot of attention lately, especially in health care. However, a recent survey says many attempts to start Big Data projects fail before they’re completed.  Read more

3 steps to avoid cloud computing risks in health care

Cloud computing is all the rage in IT these days, and many organizations are turning to cloud-based services for their IT needs. That includes healthcare providers, though they’re adopting cloud computing at a slower rate than in other industries.  Read more

2 IT areas most healthcare organizations need to improve

Health IT departments are busy implementing EHRs and other systems. But for that to be successful, they’ll have to tackle two other major challenges, as well.  Read more

Study: EHRs cut state’s Medicaid costs

In addition to the federal government’s EHR incentive program, individual states are also using health IT in their own plans to improve health care.  Read more

Healthcare IT trends to expect in 2013

With changes to compliance rules and federal incentive programs, new mobile developments, and other significant changes, here are three healthcare IT trends for the new year.  Read more

One tool doctors want but aren’t getting support for

More doctors are turning to mobile devices and online tools for their work. Is your health IT department supporting all the tools doctors want and need?  Read more

Health IT spending rises as hospital budgets decrease

Planning to make significant health IT investments in 2013? Your organization isn’t alone.  Read more

Survey: Hospital Wi-Fi networks need an upgrade

More clinicians and other staff members are beginning to use smartphones and tablets for their jobs. However, hospitals may need to spruce up their Wi-Fi infrastructures so mobile users can get the most out of those devices.  Read more

Report: Going green could save hospitals billions

For healthcare organizations looking to control costs, becoming more environmentally friendly should help – and that includes implementing more green IT initiatives.  Read more

EHR vendor announces free software for charity-driven care

A major EHR vendor has announced plans to give away $1 million worth of software to doctors who provide unreimbursed care to low-income patients.  Read more

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