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Best kept secrets ... Infostat, Inc.

W F Andrew

    Healthcare Informatics : the Business Magazine for Information and Communication Systems
    |December 10, 1990
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Infostat HICS is a competitive healthcare information system for small to medium hospitals. Its open systems approach and focus on Total Quality Management (TQM) position it for success in the evolving healthcare management information system (HMIS) market.

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    Area of Science:

    • Health Informatics
    • Information Systems Management

    Background:

    • The healthcare industry is increasingly adopting integrated information systems.
    • Small to medium-sized hospitals require cost-effective and comprehensive solutions.
    • The demand for robust Healthcare Management Information Systems (HMIS) is growing.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the Infostat HICS as a viable HMIS solution.
    • To assess the competitive positioning of Infostat HICS in the healthcare market.
    • To analyze the impact of CHC's acquisition on Infostat's product strategy.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of Infostat HICS architecture, including its open systems approach.
    • Evaluation of its application set and integrated database.
    • Assessment of its price/performance ratio and market competitiveness.

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  • Consideration of Total Quality Management (TQM) integration.

    • Main Results:

    • Infostat HICS is suitable for hospitals up to 400 beds.
    • The system utilizes RISC architecture, UNIX, fourth-generation languages, and industry standards.
    • It offers a comprehensive application set within an integrated database.
    • Price/performance is competitive, and TQM commitment aligns with industry trends.

    Conclusions:

    • Infostat HICS presents a viable and competitive HMIS option.
    • The CHC acquisition is expected to enhance focus on patient care and clinical systems.
    • The combined entity is poised to be a strong contender in specific market segments.