Integration + IT Modernization

XSLT is not the ONLY transformation language supported by DataPower. Starting with the firmware version 7.0.0.0, DataPower supports a new transformation technology – Gateway Script, to handle all sorts (API, B2B, Web, Mobile, SOA) of traffic effectively. For more information, please review the documentation. IBM provides an interactive website that lets you write Gateway Script code and execute on […]

CHALLENGES ADAPTING TO A CHANGING BUSINESS MODEL Healthcare is undergoing a shift from a fee-for-servicebased payment model to a value-based-care payment model in which the government provides incentives and penalties based on quality metrics. With the value-based care model, healthcare providers and health plans have shared accountabilities when it comes to managing the health of the individuals and populations they […]

I remember back in 2012 when Apple first launched Siri on its iPhones as a new and innovative way to engage and offer customers a practical way to use their smartphones. As an iPhone user myself, having the feature was exciting because it meant being able to call friends, perform searches, and set alarms without […]

According to Investopedia, wealth management is a “service that combines financial/investment advice, accounting/tax services, retirement planning, and legal/estate planning for one fee.” While that definition is an oversimplification of the term, it’s safe to say that wealth management has historically been a service for high-net-worth individuals. For purposes of our conversation, note that Investopedia indicates […]

CHALLENGES INTEGRATION SYSTEMS AND MANUAL PROCESSES With many disparate systems and data format requirements, integration can pose a huge challenge for healthcare organizations. This can be a deterrent in adopting new systems or integrating existing systems. Lack of integration leads to slow manual processes that cost the business money through resource inefficiency.  Beyond the difficulty around integration […]

Imagine a pizza store where one person is taking orders, one is baking pizza, and a few are delivering them to the requested locations. This division of labor keeps business tasks successfully distributed across employees of the store and maximizes customer satisfaction. Similarly, in a typical software development scenario, it is very common to create a […]

The wealth management industry is undergoing a serious transformation with traditional methods of providing financial advice being disrupted by new and innovative forms of technology. With the unprecedented widespread adoption of the internet and digital devices, customer expectations have changed. Clients expect a flawless customer experience that requires businesses, products, and services to be available whenever and wherever they want. It’s that simple. Companies […]

In 2006, IBM introduced a new license metrics called Processor Value Unit (PVU). PVU is a unit of measure which streamlines IBM licensing policies and contracts. I’ve found that these changes in IBM licensing jargon and calculations can be very confusing to IBM customers, IBM business partners, and IBM software sellers. Before we deep dive into […]

CHALLENGES MAKING MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF DATA MEANINGFUL  Healthcare data requires high security – but that can also lead to difficulty in sharing information when needed. Interoperability of healthcare data requires a modernized infrastructure to enhance communication and access. With restrictive formats like EDI and HL7, along with the unstructured data generated by wearables and devices, providers and health plans have […]

Healthcare organizations are always looking to innovate for the future, especially with many baby boomers hitting retirement age in the next couple of years. Having an integrated customer experience that enables healthcare consumers to be connected and informed about their care is absolutely critical, while leaders must be cognizant to link up legacy technologies with […]

The other day, I was looking at a car rental website to book a reservation. To my surprise, what followed were numerous advertisements popping up on my web browser – all much better deals than those on the site I was searching! I was amazed. I wondered how my single search result could personalize the kind of […]

CHALLENGES CREATING SEAMLESS MEMBER JOURNEYS As focus on digital continues to grow, organizations across industry must provide an omni-channel experience to remain competitive. For healthcare, an omni-channel experience also requires an agile response to patient and member needs in real-time. With the proliferation of the Internet of Things, it has become easier to use smart phones, smart watches, […]