Cloud Computing

AI can be applied right now to ever-expanding health data sets. When will be the best time for healthcare entities to implement?

Inspira Health Network established a vendor-monitoring program that not only protects data but also improved the system’s ability to share it. Information security officer Francois Bodhuin’s advice: Keep it simple but thorough. 

Adrian Aoun said the emerging company will be built on beautiful hardware and software, and compared the vision to Tesla cars. 

The new network will be automated and, as such, capable of monitoring more prescriptions than it previously could. It will also provide a platform for Surecripts future plans, CEO Tom Skelton said. 

Proposals should actionable and solutions-based with a focus on the role analytics play in standardizing clinical care, reducing costs, achieving population health objectives and making better strategic decisions. 

QuiO garners the top spot for its smart injection devices and connected health software combination. 

UMMC uses Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure as well as predictive analytics to improve care and reduce costs. But it took some work to embrace the cloud.

The health system rolled out three new apps, including one it plans to commercialize. That wouldn't have been possible without the ability to tap into infrastructure quickly and cheaply, said Intermountain's director of innovation.

John Houston cautions that healthcare entities need to make sure they address downtime, data rights and security when putting together contracts with cloud-based services providers.

Four experts discuss the lessons the healthcare industry learned the hard way this past year – and the need for much stronger security measures in 2017.