The trillion dollar mistake

Article Abstract:

Computer Associates International founder Charles Wang maintains that one-third of the $3 trillion spent by US corporations on information technology since 1985 has been wasted. A large number of physicians have made poor investments in information systems due to either deliberate deception or lack of understanding. Vendors and physicians come from different background and have suffered from a lack of common understanding of needs. A number of consultants have emerged who can bridge this gap in communication and help health care professionals properly automate their offices.

Computers & Auxiliary Equip, Offices & clinics of medical doctors, Physicians & Surgeons, Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists), Medicine, Physicians, Medical professions, Information services

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Integrated networks depend on integrated information systems

Article Abstract:

The speed with which hospitals have sought to automate their operative processes through the introduction of new information technologies has created confusion and erected barriers between various hospital networks. If computers are to be used to streamline and generally optimize hospital operations, they must be introduced in a coordinated manner that demands cooperation and entente between the various departments that make up a hospital and, by extension, a hospital network.

Hospitals, Health & Education EDP Use, Management, Computers, Digital computers, Automation, Medical computer applications

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Computer notepad can streamline doctors' jobs

Article Abstract:

Pen-based computer notepads that weigh less than three pounds can help physicians handle information. Access to radio communications makes these minicomputers even more attractive. Information is entered by writing or printing in boxes appearing in windows that pop up, or a keyboard is also available. This data can be transmitted to other computers by means of wireless radio or cellular telephone. Experiences of physicians who are testing the notepads are included.

Usage, Computer industry, Product introduction, Laptop computers, Notebook computers, Pen-based computers

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