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The millennium bug: a prescription for action.
L Meador1, E C Zimmerman, C Safran
1Management Support Technology, Framingham, MA, USA.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|June 29, 1999
Summary
Healthcare technology systems face risks from the Year 2000 (Y2K) bug. This paper classifies Y2K issues in healthcare and proposes solutions to mitigate this technological challenge.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Information Technology in Healthcare
Background:
- Healthcare delivery systems increasingly rely on technology.
- The Year 2000 (Y2K) problem posed a significant threat to these systems.
- Vulnerabilities in technological infrastructure could impact patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and describe the unique Y2K challenges within healthcare.
- To propose a classification system for Y2K-related problems in healthcare.
- To outline an approach for addressing the Y2K issue in healthcare settings.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of technological dependencies in healthcare delivery.
- Development of a categorization framework for Y2K vulnerabilities.
- Strategic planning for Y2K remediation in healthcare.
Main Results:
- Identification of specific Y2K vulnerabilities in healthcare technology.
- A structured classification of Y2K problems relevant to the healthcare sector.
- A foundational approach for Y2K problem resolution in healthcare.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare technology systems required urgent attention for Y2K compliance.
- A systematic approach is crucial for managing technological risks in healthcare.
- Proactive problem-solving is essential to prevent disruptions in healthcare delivery.