Medical Technology Management
Strategic Technology Planning

Technology Strategic Planning Process

Conduct an Initial Technology Audit:

In the initial technology audit, each major clinical service or product line must be analyzed to determine how well the existing technology base supports it. The audit can be conducted along service lines (e.g., radiology, cardiology, surgery) or technology function (e.g., imaging, therapeutic, diagnostic). This audit can be best achieved by an ad hoc team approach, utilizing designated physicians, department heads, and technology managers. The key audit activities are as follows:

Conduct an Initial Technology Audit
  • Analyze each major clinical service or product line.
  • Determine how well existing technology base supports it.
  • Conduct audit along service lines or technology function.


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