Way to go live: a framework for new IT implementation.

Abstract

Implementation of a health IT system is an initiative that requires a clear game plan. That plan should entail: Careful initiative planning and vendor selection led by an individual with the appropriate technical expertise, Contract negotiations led by an individual who understands the inherent traps and pitfalls of such negotiations, Choice of a qualified project manager, Ongoing monitoring of the project's status. Implementation including conversion of the right amount of legacy data at the right time, Assignment of a point person or persons to monitor results following implementation.