Understanding the role of technology in health information systems

Lewis, Don, Hodge, Nicola, Gamage, Duminda, and Whittaker, Maxine (2012) Understanding the role of technology in health information systems. Pacific Health Dialog, 18 (1). pp. 144-154.

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Abstract

Innovations in, and the use of emerging information and communications technology (ICT) has rapidly increased in all development contexts, including healthcare. It is believed that the use of appropriate technologies can increase the quality and reach of both information and communication. However, decisions on what ICT to adopt have often been made without evidence of their effectiveness; or information on implications; or extensive knowledge on how to maximise benefits from their use. While it has been stated that ‘healthcare ICT innovation can only succeed if design is deeply informed by practice’,1 the large number of ‘failed’ ICT projects within health indicates the limited application of such an approach.

Item ID: 61344
Item Type: Article (Research - C1)
ISSN: 1015-7867
Date Deposited: 01 Aug 2024 01:23
FoR Codes: 11 MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES > 1117 Public Health and Health Services > 111711 Health Information Systems (incl Surveillance) @ 100%
SEO Codes: 92 HEALTH > 9204 Public Health (excl. Specific Population Health) > 920404 Disease Distribution and Transmission (incl. Surveillance and Response) @ 100%
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