Becker's Healthcare January 9, 2026
In 2026, health systems are taking a more disciplined approach to technology investments that have shown promise but failed to deliver the operational or financial return initially expected.
The increased scrutiny is not due to failed initiatives, CIOs told Becker’s. Rather, it’s driven by growing pressure to reduce complexity, improve adoption and ensure spending translates into enterprise-wide value.
At Sky Lakes Medical Center in Klamath Falls, Ore., CIO and CISO Rick Leesman said artificial intelligence and EHR optimization remain priorities. However, the organization is taking a closer look at how cybersecurity investments perform once deployed.
“Over time, healthcare organizations have added layers of security to respond to evolving threats, and while those investments are necessary, they do not always...
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