Analysis Flashcards
What is the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)?
The structured framework for planning, designing, implementing, and maintaining healthcare IT systems.
What is Needs Analysis?
A method used to identify inefficiencies in workflows and determine how IT solutions can address them.
What is Gap Analysis?
A process that compares the current state of a system with the desired state to identify deficiencies.
What is Process Mapping?
A visual representation of workflows that helps identify inefficiencies in healthcare operations.
What does DMAIC stand for in Six Sigma?
Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control.
What is PDCA (PDSA)?
A continuous quality improvement cycle: Plan, Do, Check (Study), Act.
What is an RFI (Request for Information)?
A preliminary document used to gather vendor capabilities before issuing an RFP.
What is an RFP (Request for Proposal)?
A formal document requesting vendors to submit proposals for an IT system with specific requirements.
What is an RFQ (Request for Quotation)?
A document used to obtain pricing information from vendors for specific IT solutions.
What is a Service Level Agreement (SLA)?
A contract between a vendor and an organization that defines system performance expectations (e.g., uptime guarantees, support).
What is a Statement of Work (SOW)?
A document outlining project scope, deliverables, and timelines for an IT implementation.
What is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)?
A legal agreement ensuring confidentiality between vendors and organizations during negotiations.
What is Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA)?
A financial evaluation technique to assess the costs and benefits of implementing an IT solution.
What is Return on Investment (ROI)?
A metric that measures the profitability of an IT investment compared to its costs.
What is Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)?
The complete cost of an IT system over its lifecycle, including purchase, maintenance, and training.
What is Payback Period?
The time required for an IT investment to break even through cost savings or revenue generation.
What is Net Present Value (NPV)?
A financial metric used to assess the long-term value of an IT investment by discounting future cash flows.
What is Sensitivity Analysis?
A method used to evaluate how different variables impact an IT project’s success under various conditions.
What is Interoperability in healthcare IT?
The ability of different healthcare IT systems to exchange and use information effectively.
What is Regulatory Compliance?
Adhering to legal requirements such as HIPAA, HITECH, GDPR, and CMS standards.
What is Cybersecurity Risk?
Potential threats to IT systems, including data breaches and unauthorized access.
What is User Adoption Risk?
The risk that clinicians and staff may resist using a new IT system due to lack of training or poor system design.
What is Change Management?
A structured approach to transitioning from an old system to a new one while minimizing disruption.
