Organizational issues in health informatics: a model approach

Area of Science:

• Health Informatics
• Organizational Change Management
• Information Systems Implementation

Background:

• Healthcare organizations increasingly rely on information systems.
• Successful implementation of these systems is critical for operational efficiency and patient care.
• Existing models often lack a comprehensive view of the implementation lifecycle within healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a novel model describing the stages of information system implementation in healthcare.
• To outline the relevant domains involved in the cyclic implementation process.
• To serve as a conceptual basis for health informatics education focused on organizational change and technology.

Main Methods:

• Development of a conceptual model based on existing literature and expert knowledge.
• Description of implementation stages in a cyclic, domain-focused order.
• Analysis of the model's utility in identifying knowledge gaps.

Main Results:

• A cyclic model illustrating the domains relevant to information system implementation in healthcare.
• Identification of specific domains crucial for successful system integration.
• The model provides a framework for understanding implementation complexities.

Conclusions:

• The proposed model offers a structured approach to understanding information system implementation in healthcare.
• It aids in identifying areas needing further research and educational focus.
• The model supports the development of health informatics curricula emphasizing change and technology's role.