Technology is a powerful tool. That said, tech can also create bottlenecks if team members don’t know how to use or build software solutions. In addition, finding the right talent to build and maintain complicated tech platforms with IT workers in high demand is difficult. Fortunately, citizen developers can help. Citizen development encourages non-tech employees…
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) has profoundly impacted the healthcare industry, practitioners, and patients. In short, the act protects patients and their sensitive information, thus bolstering privacy. Individuals and organizations found to violate HIPAA regulations could face stiff penalties, and practitioners could even see professional licenses and the like revoked or…
Risks abound. Right now, various risks threaten your organization. Difficult compliance environments, security (including cyber), legal liabilities, and environmental exposure are just a few. The challenges are near endless, and the threats are constant. However, with proactive risk management, you can mitigate threats, protecting stakeholders and your company. Risk management refers to identifying and assessing risks, then taking…
When you envision heroes, your mind might first wander to comic books and movies. But, in reality, not all heroes wear capes and everyday folks who donate plasma save lives and safeguard health. Plasma is often labeled as a “gift of life” owing to its vital role in healthcare and in improving patient outcomes. In…
Project management may seem a mounting task when we consider flexibility, dynamic needs, demands and time constraints. But with proper segmentation of the project, even the most challenging task becomes achievable. What is Project Management? In simple terms, Project management uses specific techniques to deliver something of value to people. 5 Phases of Project…
Blood donation is considered to be the best donation humans are ever capable of. The internal happiness of saving a life of a person who you don’t even know, is an incredible act. A selfless act indeed. However, if you donate blood or are thinking of donating right now, you should know how the journey…
A Content Management System, or CMS for short, makes it easier to maintain and update websites. Instead of plugging content directly into a website’s code and HTML, you can publish content through the CMS. Ultimately, these systems make managing websites less time and resource-consuming, freeing up your staff so they can work on higher-value projects….
Cybersecurity risks are on the rise. Hackers have displayed the ability to knock healthcare systems offline and shut down energy grids. Organizations, meanwhile, are shelling out many millions to recover data taken hostage. And amid the COVID-19 pandemic, phishing emails proliferated with criminals pretending to be World Health Organization or CDC experts. Increasing security is…
Paper is a terrible thing to waste. Fortunately, it’s easier now than ever to ditch paper-based processes, cutting costs and streamlining workflows as you do so. Many powerful software platforms can now track and store digital records and present forms and paperwork via a screen. Even where paper has long held sway, such as when signing contracts, you…
A Quality Management System (QMS) documents various procedures, processes, and policies to achieve quality and client satisfaction objectives. A well-designed and implemented QMS can dramatically impact essentially every aspect of a company and its operations. They also help ensure and improve customer delight, which may increase retention rates, sales, and leads, among other things. These days, many…