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Should you buy an office computer?

M Cushing

    M.D. Computing : Computers in Medical Practice
    |May 1, 1990
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Computers can enhance your practice, but success requires the right personality, staff, dealer, and technology. Careful consideration of these factors makes the investment worthwhile for those suited to it.

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    Area of Science:

    • Computer Science
    • Practice Management

    Background:

    • The integration of computers into professional practices is increasingly common.
    • However, successful adoption is not universal and depends on multiple factors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the prerequisites for successful computer implementation in a professional setting.
    • To identify key elements that contribute to a positive user experience with practice technology.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative assessment of factors influencing computer adoption.
    • Analysis of user experience based on personality, staff support, dealer relationship, and technology quality.

    Main Results:

    • Successful computer integration is contingent upon a confluence of specific user and environmental factors.

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  • The right personality, a supportive team, a reliable dealer, and high-quality hardware/software are critical.

    • Conclusions:

    • Computers can significantly benefit a practice when implemented under optimal conditions.
    • The successful adoption of computer technology is achievable and rewarding for practices that meet the necessary criteria.