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¹International Business School, Jönköping University, Linköping University, Sweden.

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Area of Science:

Health Informatics
Information Systems Management
Decision Science

Background:

Selecting IT applications and eHealth services involves numerous complex parameters.
Effective decision-making frameworks are crucial for successful implementation and procurement.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore structured steps supporting effective decision-making for eHealth service selection.
To provide a guide for prioritizing eHealth services before procurement or implementation.

Main Methods:

Qualitative study involving interviews with nine key stakeholders at Stockholm County Council.
Identification of decision-making steps, issues, and variables based on stakeholder input.

Main Results:

A structured approach to decision-making for eHealth services was identified.
Templates were developed to concretize steps, issues, and variables for decision-makers.
Key considerations include objectives, expected effects, technical, organizational, and economic requirements.

Conclusions:

The proposed steps and templates can guide organizations in selecting and prioritizing eHealth services.
Systematic evaluation enhances the likelihood of successful eHealth service adoption.
Stakeholder involvement is key to defining comprehensive requirements for eHealth solutions.