By digitizing healthcare, the industry unwittingly created data gatekeepers, says Bill Russell. But in light of CMS’ proposed changes to Meaningful Use, they could finally be relieved of their duties.
Is It Time to Dismiss the Data Gatekeepers?
The One-Question Interview for Your Next CTO
If your organization is looking to identify a great CTO candidate – and you should, if you hope to succeed – start by asking one question and making some key observations, says Bill Russell.
Finding Influence in Unexpected Places
What can leaders with decades of experience learn from millennials? Quite a bit, says Bill Russell, who gained a new perspective on life – and changed his messaging – after spending time with recent college grads.
What I Learned at the CHIME-HIMSS CIO Forum
Embracing disruption in healthcare means abandoning the old models, processes, and technologies, says Bill Russell who believes “this is where the CIO will earn their stripes.”
Cut Your Healthcare IT Budget for Tomorrow, Today
With healthcare revenues under more pressure than ever, it’s vital that leaders find ways to reduce operating costs – both now and in the future, says Bill Russell, who provides guidance on how to do that.
What The Newest Health Collaboration Tells Us About Consumerism
What does the recent Amazon, Berkshire, JP Morgan announcement tell us? Several things, says Bill Russell. But the most important is that it’s time to ensure that your own strategies align with the emerging consumer in healthcare.
How to Make Project Success a Habit
There’s no way to determine with 100 percent certainty whether a project will succeed, but by asking these seven questions, you’ll have a much clearer idea, says Bill Russell.
Why High-Tech, High-Touch Is a Perfect Strategy for Healthcare
Although it may seem like the two are at odds, the concepts of high-tech and high-touch can actually work in perfect harmony, says Bill Russell, who believes healthcare can learn a lot from finance in this area.
The Path of the Digital Hurricane
The digital storm that has hit other industries is headed for healthcare, says Bill Russell, and it’s the leader’s responsibility to have the organization pointed in the right direction and focused on the things that will matter most.
Finding a Fit: How CRM Can Transform Healthcare
The voice of the consumer can help inform an healthcare organization’s strategy and priorities, and yet many leaders aren’t listening, says Bill Russell, who talks about CRM can be leveraged to provide individualized service.
