Healthcare reengineering via network technologies: a critical combination.

Area of Science:

• Information Science
• Communication Technology
• Organizational Reengineering

Background:

• Reengineering initiatives often lead to significant organizational changes.
• The principle of 'information is power' suggests a direct link between information access and influence.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the relationship between reengineering and communication technology demands.
• To analyze how the 'information is power' premise influences technological needs.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis of reengineering principles.
• Literature review on information theory and communication systems.

Main Results:

• Reengineering intensifies the need for rapid and high-capacity communication technologies.
• The 'information is power' paradigm directly correlates with increased communication volume and speed requirements.

Conclusions:

• Organizations undergoing reengineering must anticipate substantial upgrades in communication infrastructure.
• Effective communication technology is crucial for leveraging information as a strategic asset during reengineering.