healthsystemCIO – Strategies for Hospital IT Leaders

The key to getting IT folks at the table when decisions are being made, rather than after the fact? By helping them to understand the critical role they play in patient care, says CIO Tom Barrett, who talks about going from service provider to ‘transformational partner.' Source: Q&A with CIO Tom Barnett, Part 3: “Always Focus on the Problem You’re Trying to Solve.’ on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

Being a new CIO means doing a lot of listening and learning; but it also means realizing when changes need to be made to ensure the right pieces are in place to move forward, says Craig Richardville. Source: Q&A with CIO Craig Richardville, Part 1: “That’s What We Do; We Serve the Organization.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

The larger the organization, the more difficult it becomes to manage IT requests and ensure initiatives align with the organization’s strategic vision. That, says CIO Tom Barnett, is where advisory councils come into play. Source: Q&A with CIO Tom Barnett, Part 2: “The Key Is Definitely Communication.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

Although it’s undoubtedly frustrating, being passed up for a promotion – or worse, being let go – presents a tremendous professional growth opportunity, as long as you’re willing to ask yourself some questions, says CIO Sheryl Sypek. Source: Q&A with CIO Sheryl Sypek, Part 3: “We’re Uniquely Positioned for Value-based Care.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

Before any major project can be launched, there are “core fundamental and foundational processes” that need to be established, says CIO Tom Barnett. At URMC, it started with creating an IT Service Management team. Source: Q&A with CIO Tom Barnett, Part 1: “It’s Not Always About Technology.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

Technology should never feel like a burden — it should feel like a natural extension of the caregiver, and a tool they can leverage to enhance care quality, says Sheryl Sypek, CIO at Chapters Health System. Source: Q&A with CIO Sheryl Sypek, Part 2: “It’s a Very Different Mission.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

When it seems the vendor market hasn’t caught up to the needs of a certain segment – like non-acute care, for example – you can settle for what’s available or take another tactic, says CIO Sheryl Sypek. Source: Q&A with CIO Sheryl Sypek, Part 1: “Care Is Being Driven into the Home.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

One of the most challenging – and most important – aspects of leadership is knowing when to “go full throttle” with an initiative, and when to back off and listen to the concerns of others, says CIO Nicholas Szymanski. Source: Q&A with CIO Nicholas Szymanski, Part 3: “Everything We Do Is a Process.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

The downside of healthcare's digital transformation? With more disciplines interacting with IT, the environment becomes “ripe for turf wars,” says CIO Pam McNutt, who shares her thoughts on navigating leadership challenges. Source: Q&A with CIO Pamela McNutt, Part 3: “You Have to Work Effectively in This New World.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders

Being able to communicate clearly and manage expectations is absolutely critical, says CIO Nicholas Szymanski. “For a team to be successful, they need to understand what the mission is and why we’re doing it.” Source: Q&A with CIO Nicholas Szymanski, Part 2: “My Role Is to Get People on Board.” on healthsystemcio.com - Interviews & Webinars with Health System IT Leaders