Insights
Standards and systems, explained plainly.
Plain-language articles on healthcare interoperability standards, conformance testing, custom software, AI, and managed IT from the Interop IT team.
- Interoperability2 min read
Conformance testing in healthcare interoperability
A practical guide to testing healthcare interfaces against specifications, including validation, peer testing, evidence, and limits of certification.
- Public analysis2 min read
HALO framework analysis: connecting apps to clinical systems
A source-based look at Canada Health Infoway's HALO framework, the clinical integration problem it addresses, and implementation questions for EMRs and apps.
- Standards2 min read
What is HL7 FHIR, and when should you use it?
Understand FHIR resources, APIs, profiles, and how to choose between FHIR, HL7 v2 messaging, and clinical documents for a healthcare integration.
- Delivery2 min read
Why technology projects stall between strategy and production
How to prevent delivery handoffs from leaving an IT project without tested acceptance criteria, an operational owner, or a workable transition plan.