How many hospital CIOs still own innovation, data analytics, cybersecurity
Becker's Healthcare November 16, 2023
The role of health system CIO is becoming increasingly complex and IT chiefs are having to learn to share duties with new tech-focused C-suite leaders, according to a new report from the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives and KLAS Research.
The newer leaders include chief analytics and data officers, chief innovation officers, and chief information security officers.
“As specialized leadership positions gain prominence in areas like security, data analytics, telehealth and innovation, it is increasingly important to establish clear boundaries and relationships, ensuring that each leader can effectively contribute to the organization’s overarching digital health strategy,” wrote the report’s authors, which also included market intelligence firm Digital Health Analytics.
Many CIOs still take on duties such as innovation and...