Category Archives: by David Chennisi

Preparing your business for technology change: Nine essential readiness activities

In last week’s blog, we discussed the benefits and risks associated with major technology change. This week we offer perspective on the nine essential readiness activities that will help you prepare for major technology change. It’s important to realize that these nine activities: Do not need to be performed in order Are mutually exclusive Can […]
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Readiness activities to prepare your business for technology change

Across the health care industry, payers are asking themselves if their technology platform is ready for the future. There are two avenues to explore where technology change is concerned – either upgrade your existing system or completely overhaul it. The drivers behind technology change can determine the extent to which change needs to happen. Complex […]
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IT strengthens payer–provider partnerships as Value-Based Reimbursement arrangements take hold

With new reimbursement models, changing regulatory dynamics and broad quality initiatives, providers and health plans are feeling the pressure to increase their focus on the value of health care services delivered for premium dollars. Risk is now being transferred from payers to providers, blurring the distinction between the two entities. Increasingly, both groups face the […]
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