scholarly journals Mobile Medical Applications and Cloud Federation Challenges

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
I Patias ◽  
V Georgiev
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Data Interoperability ◽  
Layered Architecture ◽  
Data Formats ◽  
Cloud Federation ◽  
Secure Environment ◽  
Internal Operations ◽  
Cloud Users

Abstract Issue Given the importance, of cloud environments for mobile telemedicine information systems, focus is given in this paper on the challenges rising. We discuss the pros of the access to computing services and resources on demand without having own infrastructures, and the need of advanced interoperability data formats and application program interfaces (APIs) to facilitate the usage of the infrastructure. Description of the problem Cloud-Oriented Architecture (COA) describes the architecture, where applications act as services and serve other applications in the cloud environment. The aim is IT infrastructure and software applications to be optimized for their use in cloud computing environments. But what happens in the specific field of health as data interoperability for mobile telemedicine information systems? Results Two architectures were presented using a patient's compliance and engagement solution. A simple Representational State Transfer (REST) based architectural style was implemented in a three-layered architecture first and then compared to a cloud federation model. In the second the interaction goes through the federation via a middleware layer. Internal operations of cloud providers in the federation are still transparent to the cloud users. The middleware layer aims to coordinate the interaction with cloud users and providers in the federation. But, to avoid delays in those interactions interoperability of data formats and APIs. Lessons A Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) based application was developed. Mobile telemedicine information systems are a strong instrument in patients' compliance. Many systems have proved that the used resources combined can solve clinical and administrative problems in a secure environment. Key messages The use of cloud is wide spread in the health sector. The challenge is to combine this infrastructure into one federated platform and maximize the added value by using advanced interoperability data formats and APIs.

Effectivness of Health Information System Applications: Clinical Information and Diagnosis-Treatment Systems in Turkey

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 122
Author(s):  
Assist. Prof. Dr. Demokaan DEMİREL
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Information System ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Management Information System ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Health Information System ◽  
Clinical Information ◽  
Clinical Decision ◽  
Clinical Information Systems ◽  
Management Information

The distinctive quality of the new social structure is that information becomes the only factor of production. In today's organizations, public administrators are directly responsible for applying information to administrative processes. In addition to his managerial responsibilities, a knowledge based organization requires every employee to take responsibility for achieving efficiency. This has increased the importance of information systems in the decision-making process. Information systems consist of computer and communication technology, data base management and model management and include activity processing system, management information system, decision support systems, senior management information system, expert systems and office automation systems. Information systems in the health sector aim at the management and provision of preventive and curative health services. The use of information systems in healthcare has the benefits of increasing service quality, shortening treatment processes, maximizing efficiency of the time, labour and medical devices. The use of information systems for clinical decision making and reducing medical errors in the healthcare industry dates back to the 1960s. Clinical information systems involve processing, storing and re-accessing information that supports patient care in a hospital. Clinical information systems are systems that are directly or indirectly related to patient care. These systems include electronic health/patient records, clinical decision support systems, nurse information systems, patient tracking systems, tele-medicine, case mix and smart card applications. Diagnosis-treatment systems are information-based systems used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. It consists of laboratory information systems, picture archiving and communication system, pharmacy information system, radiology information system, nuclear medicine information system. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of health information system applications in Turkey. The first part of the study focuses on the concept of information systems and the types of information systems in organization structures. In the second part, clinical information systems and applications for diagnosis-treatment systems in Turkey are examined. Finally, the study evaluates applications in the health sector qualitatively from the new organizational structure, which is formed by information systems.

scholarly journals The added value of using the HEPA PAT for physical activity policy monitoring: a four-country comparison

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Gelius ◽  
◽  
Sven Messing ◽  
Sarah Forberger ◽  
Jeroen Lakerveld ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Policy Formulation ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Physical Activity Monitoring ◽  
Physical Activity Policy ◽  
Activity Promotion ◽  
Monitoring Framework ◽  
The Eu

Abstract Background Public policy is increasingly recognized as an important component of physical activity promotion. This paper reports on the current status of physical activity policy development and implementation in four European countries based on the Health-Enhancing Physical Activity Policy Audit Tool (HEPA PAT) developed by WHO. It compares the findings to previous studies and discusses the general utility of this tool and its unique features in relation to other instruments. Methods The study was conducted as part of the Policy Evaluation Network (www.jpi-pen.eu) in Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands and Poland. Data collection built upon information obtained via the EU Physical Activity Monitoring Framework survey, additional desk research and expert opinion. Data analysis employed Howlett’s policy cycle framework to map and compare national physical activity policies in the four countries. Results In all countries under study, policy agenda-setting is influenced by prevalence data from national health monitoring systems, and the sport and/or health sector takes the lead in policy formulation. Key policy documents were located mainly in the health sector but also in sport, urban design and transport. Physical activity programmes implemented to meet policy objectives usually cover a broad range of target groups, but currently only a small selection of major policies are evaluated for effectiveness. National experts made several suggestions to other countries wishing to establish physical activity policies, e.g. regarding cross-sectoral support and coordination, comprehensive national action plans, and monitoring/surveillance. Conclusions This study provides a detailed overview of physical activity policies in the four countries. Results show that national governments are already very active in the field but that there is room for improvement in a number of areas, e.g. regarding the contribution of sectors beyond sport and health. Using the HEPA PAT simultaneously in four countries also showed that procedures and timelines have to be adapted to national contexts. Overall, the instrument can make an important contribution to understanding and informing physical activity policy, especially when used as an add-on to regular monitoring tools like the EU HEPA Monitoring Framework.

UNIFICATION OF DATA FORMATS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ANALYTICAL COMPONENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN THE FIELD OF COMMUNICATIONS AND BROADCASTING

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Е.Е. ДЕВЯТКИН ◽  
М.В. ИВАНКОВИЧ ◽  
М.Н. КУПИН
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Automated Systems ◽  
Functional Capabilities ◽  
Data Formats ◽  
Analytical System

Представлены результаты исследовательской работы по унификации форматов данных,которые требуются при реализации аналитической составляющей в структуре информационных систем, предназначенных для решения экспертно-прогностических задач в сфере связи и вещания. По результатам анализа существующих в отрасли основных автоматизированных систем, их функциональных возможностей обоснована необходимость введения в действующие и перспективные системы аналитической составляющей и унификации форматов данных как непременного условия их взаимодействия. Рассматривается набор унифицированных форматов данных, разработанный для перспективного макета аналитической системы развития связи и вещания. The results of research work on unifying the data formats that are required for the implementation of the analytical component in the structure of information systems intended for the solution of expert predictive problems in the sphere of communications and broadcasting are presented. Based on the results of the analysis of the main automated systems and their functional capabilities the necessity of introducing an analytical component into existing and future systems as well as unifying data formats as an indispensable condition for their interaction is substantiated. A set of unified data formats developed for a promising layout of an analytical system for the development of communications and broadcasting is considered.

scholarly journals Upaya Peningkatan Penerapan Ipteks Melalui Pelatihan dan Peningkatan Kualitas Guru Serta Nilai Tambah Jasa Pelayanan Di SLB

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-87
Author(s):  
Restyaliza Dhini Hary ◽  
Ilham Tri Maulana
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Special Schools ◽  
Students With Special Needs ◽  
Community Values ◽  
Teacher Competency ◽  
Information And Computer Technology ◽  
The Government

Abstract. This activity aims to improve the application of science and technology at Special Schools (SLB) through training in making ICT-based learning media for SLB teachers in Padang City. This is motivated by the problems faced by the community, especially at the Padang Karya SLB and SLB Bina Bangsa, which include: (1) the lack of facilities and infrastructure that support ICT-based learning (Information and Computer Technology) such as computers, projectors and loudspeakers (speakers ); (2) lack of teachers' ability to master ICTs and make ICT-based learning media interesting and effective for students with special needs; (3) the unavailability of facilities in the form of a system that can provide information to the public and the government about schools; and (4) there is no training in managing information systems regarding schools. Therefore, an activity is needed that can help overcome partner problems through the Community Partnership Program (PKM). The methods for implementing PKM activities include preparation, training, monitoring and evaluation, and reflection. The results of the implementation of this activity include: (1) increasing teacher competency in mastering ICT; (2) increasing the application of science and technology in the form of using Interactive CD media in the learning process; (3) improving the quality and added value of educational services through the application of web-based information systems about the two schools; and (4) improving community values in the field of education through the application of ICTAbstrak. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan penerapan Ipteks di Sekolah Luar Biasa (SLB) melalui pelatihan pembuatan media pembelajaran berbasis TIK kepada guru-guru SLB yang ada di Kota Padang.Hal ini dilatarbelakangi oleh permasalahan yang dihadapi masyarakat, khususnya di SLB Karya Padang dan SLB Bina Bangsa, yang meliputi: (1) kurangnya sarana dan prasarana yang menunjang pembelajaran berbasis TIK (Teknologi Informasi dan Komputer) seperti komputer, projektor, dan pengeras suara (speaker); (2) kurangnya kemampuan guru dalam menguasai TIK dan membuat media pembelajaran berbasis TIK yang menarik dan efektif bagi siswa berkebutuhan khusus; (3) belum tersedianya sarana berupa sistem yang dapat memberikan informasi kepada masyarakat dan pemerintah tentang sekolah; dan (4) belum adanya pelatihan dalam penglolaan sistem informasi mengenai sekolah. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan suatu kegiatan yang dapat membantu mengatasi permasalahan mitra melalui Program Kemitraan Masyarakat (PKM). Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan PKM ini meliputi persiapan, pelaksanaan pelatihan, monitoring dan evaluasi, serta refleksi. Hasil dari pelaksanaan kegiatan ini meliputi: (1) peningkatan kompetensi guru dalam penguasaan TIK; (2) peningkatan penerapan Ipteks berupa penggunaan media CD Interaktif dalam proses pembelajaran; (3) peningkatan kualitas serta nilai tambah jasa pelayanan pendidikan melalui penerapan sistem informasi berbasis web tentang kedua sekolah; dan (4) perbaikan tata nilai masyarakat di bidang pendidikan melalui penerapan TIK.

scholarly journals iFRAMES DESIGN IN HEALTH SECTOR BLUD: ASSET AND INVENTORY SYSTEM

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (01) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Satrio Wicaksono Prakoso ◽  
Machmudin Eka Prasetya
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Internal Control ◽  
Asset Management ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Service Agency ◽  
Information Need ◽  
Study Approach

<p class="Default"><em>This research aims to design an information system to record assets and inventories at DKI Jakarta Regional Public Service Agency (BLUD). This study is based on the findings from Examination Report (LHP) issued by the Indonesian Supreme Audit Institution (BPK RI) which states that there are quite a few problems about assets at BLUD (BPK RI, 2017). This research is expected to answer research questions about how to design the system of assets and inventories needed by BLUD to assist the process of internal control and asset management. This study uses the Framework for the Application of Systems Thinking (FAST) as a method for systems development popularized by Whitten and Bentley (2007). This study uses a case study approach with the triangulation method, where the qualitative data as primary data by conducting interviews and observations. Unit of analysis in this study is the BLUD responsible for asset management. Currently, the existing asset information systems only record fixed assets and not connected to the financial reporting system. Assets and inventories information need to move manually by re-inputting the value to prepare financial statements. The result of this research is a design of asset information system to enhance internal control.</em><em></em></p><p class="Default"><strong><em>Keywords:</em></strong><em> </em><em>Assets, Information Systems, Internal Control Systems</em><em></em></p>

Health information systems in Namibia

2018 ◽  
Vol 119 (7/8) ◽  
pp. 358-376
Author(s):  
Cathrine Tambudzai Nengomasha ◽  
Ruth Abankwah ◽  
Wilhelm Uutoni ◽  
Lilian Pazvakawambwa
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Health Information Systems ◽  
Quality Of Healthcare ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Patient Health ◽  
Data Survey

Purpose This paper aims to report some findings of a study that investigated health information systems (HISs) in Namibia with a view of establishing the nature of these systems and coming up with recommendations on how these could be enhanced. Design/methodology/approach This study applied a mixed methods research approach, using interviews and survey questionnaire to collect data. Survey data were analysed for descriptive statistics using SPSS and data from interviews were analysed applying content analysis for data analysis. Findings The findings of this study indicate fragmented HISs resulting in duplication of diagnosis, tests and treatment. The findings show that there were errors in capturing data into the systems, which could compromise the reliability of the data and compromise service delivery. Research limitations/implications This study was limited to two (Khomas and Oshana) of the fourteen regions in Namibia; therefore, further studies could look at other regions, as the study findings cannot be generalised to the entire country. Practical implications The findings and recommendations, particularly those relating to the public health sector, could inform policies and procedures, especially those relating to the patient health passport (card), and the way health information is shared within and across health sectors. Originality/value This study focused on health information sharing, whereas a previous study on HISs concentrated on quality of healthcare.

An Evidence-Based Health Information System Theory

2011 ◽  
pp. 1994-2011
Author(s):  
Daniel Carbone
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Systems Theory ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Health Information System ◽  
Building Blocks ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Supporting Evidence ◽  
The Common ◽  
Is Theory

The aim of this chapter is to bridge the gap between what is known about IS theory and the specifics characteristics of health to develop an evidence based health information systems theory. An initial background first sets the significance for the need to have a solid information systems theory in health and then argues that neither the information systems literature nor the health sector have been able to provide any satisfactory pathway to facilitate the adoption of information systems in health settings. The chapter further continues by reviewing the common pathway to develop information systems theory and the knowledge foundations used in the process, and then proceeds to highlight how this theory was developed. Subsequently, the building blocks (constructs, premises, supporting evidence and conclusions) that underpins the constructs and a brief explanation of the relationships between them is included. A discussion and limitation section is then followed by a conclusion.

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