Opening Keynote

This session is part of the Interoperability & HIE Preconference Forum and additional registration is required.

Healthcare leaders often approach digital health and interoperability as compliance requirements and necessary boxes to check for regulatory approval. This mindset is not only limiting but potentially dangerous to your organization's future. In this session, we'll explore why treating digital health initiatives as strategic business imperatives rather than technology projects is essential for survival and growth in today's healthcare landscape.

We'll examine how workforce shortages, rising operational costs, and increasing patient expectations are creating unprecedented pressure on health systems. Discover how organizations that embrace digital health and interoperability as core business strategies are not just meeting regulatory requirements—they're reducing costs, improving staff efficiency, enhancing patient outcomes, and creating sustainable competitive advantages.

Through real-world case studies and actionable insights, attendees will learn to shift from a compliance-driven approach to a business-value framework that transforms digital health investments into measurable returns. Whether you're facing staffing challenges, budget constraints, or competitive pressures, this session will provide the strategic perspective needed to make digital health your organization's lifeline rather than just another line item.