From: Implementing electronic health records in hospitals: a systematic literature review
General finding | Finding code | Article numbers |
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Large (or system-affiliated), urban, not-for-profit, and teaching hospitals are more likely to have implemented an EHR system due to having greater financial capabilities, a greater change readiness, and less focus on profit. | A1 | 27/29/30/32 |
EHR implementation requires the selection of a mature vendor who is committed to providing a system that fits the hospital’s specific needs. | A2 | 28/32/33 |
The presence of hospital staff with previous experience of Health Information Technology increases the likelihood of EHR implementation as less uncertainty is experienced by the end-users. | A3 | 19/29/32/37/38 |
An organizational culture that supports collaboration and teamwork fosters EHR implementation success because trust between employees is higher. | A4 | 23/24/25/35 |
EHR implementation is most likely in an organization with little bureaucracy and considerable flexibility as changes can be rapidly made. | A5 | 19/25 |
EHR system implementation is difficult because cure and care activities must be ensured at all times. | A6 | 28/34/39 |