CIO Ellen Wiegand: Decommissioning Outdated Systems Paves Way for Innovation
Becker's Hospital Review
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Ellen Wiegand, CIO of VCU Health, advocates for decommissioning outdated IT systems to facilitate the integration of new technologies, especially artificial intelligence (AI). She highlights the positive impact of ambient listening technology for clinician documentation and emphasizes AI as a key focus for enhancing workforce wellness at VCU Health. Despite the potential of AI to improve healthcare delivery, Wiegand recognizes hurdles related to privacy, security, and legacy system management. She stresses the importance of investing in foundational IT operations and transitioning to modern platforms such as Epic, Workday, and ServiceNow to safely implement these advancements.
