The developments of information systems will likely lead to a hospital process re-design. The added stress and complication of doing things in new ways will require extensive education, training and support. Cost pressures will also force both the hospital and development company to maximize resources and provide as much value for the price as possible. Cost leadership will be a key element in successfully entering this market. The technology environment in the healthcare market is one that poses many challenges.
Data management is challenged by the fact that the health care industry is overflowing with data.
Numerous conditions, remedies, drug and anatomical parts abound. All of these types of data need to be cataloged and accounted for. In addition the nature of the healthcare industry makes standardizing a challenge. The essential service provided by the healthcare industry also demands that system reliability be at its highest. The industry importance also presents a challenge during the implementation stage.