System Implementation
Introduction
System implementation is considered as the last step of any project before the project starts working. The stage comes with different software and hardware that have been set in a way that allows direct installation. Implementation of any EHR system will involve consideration of and approach that ins multi-discipline in a way that will ensure security and privacy compliance, come up with practice workflows and most importantly training use to manage any adoption process in general.
Physical Location
Typically, physical location will depend on the types of hardware to be used and the purpose of each equipment. One primary physical place will be a computer laboratory, particularly in the IT department. A computer lab will contain essential hardware devices like workstations, printers, and other necessary hardware to allows easy and effective access for most people. Different locations will be in each department where there will be a limited number of workstations for general use, particularly by people working in that department (McAlearney, et al., 2012). Each department should also have its server, which will be connected to other departments to facilitate effective sharing of information, hardware and even resources. The goals, in this case, is to ensure effectiveness in using information technology to promote the operation of the organizations and sharing and using the information in general.
User Preparation
To ensure effectiveness when it comes to the use of such a system, it is vital to ensure that people understand how to use the system and how they can promote and improve performance by using it. One of the best ways to provide information about this system would be by giving manuals on the use of every element related to the system. These manuals act as references, particularly when people find it difficult when using the system. Holding meetings to educate these people will also be important in ensuring user preparedness. Typically, the use of manual may result from questioning, which can only be solved through direct communication and explanation by a person that has a good understanding of the system. In this way, it will be easy to improve users’ knowledge of the use of this system. User can also be given a short period to practice and get to know more about the system. Improving confidence in using this system is essential. Practicing is a necessary and sufficient way in which users can enhance their confidence when applying and using this system (Kucukyazici, et al., 2010). In this regard, it will be essential to allow users to familiarize with the system by doing practices through the use of this system.
Installing Hardware and Software
Several factors will affect how hardware and software will be installed. One major factor that would consider in this case is mainly the use and needs of specific hardware and software. Typically, some physical locations will require particular types of either hardware or software, depending on their needs and application. Some of the equipment and software like printers and antivirus will be installed in every work station or computer. I would also base these installations depending on available resources like printers and the total cost the organization hopes to use in consideration to the installation and maintenance of the system in general. All hardware and software will be tested to prevent any problem. If there will be an issue, then the solution will either be replacement or modification in general (Palvia, et al., 2015). After all, installations have competed, then a final test will be done to ensure that the system as whole works without any problem and work without any problem.
References
Kucukyazici, B., Keshavjee, K., Bosomworth, J., Copen, J., & Lai, J. (2010). Best practices for implementing electronic health records and information systems. In Health Information Systems: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications (pp. 994-1013). IGI Global.
McAlearney, A. S., Robbins, J., Kowalczyk, N., Chisolm, D. J., & Song, P. H. (2012). The role of cognitive and learning theories in supporting successful EHR system implementation training: a qualitative study. Medical Care Research and Review, 69(3), 294-315.
Palvia, P., Jacks, T., & Brown, W. (2015). Critical issues in EHR implementation: Provider and vendor perspectives. Communications of the Association for Information Systems, 36(1), 36.
