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Table 4 Category A - Context findings

From: Implementing electronic health records in hospitals: a systematic literature review

General finding

Finding code

Article numbers

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