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EIT Health has recently renewed its strategic alliance partnership with The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) PIE Initiative which is a platform designed to bring together strategic partners/associates with the common goal of fostering mutually beneficial collaborations.
What is HIMSS?
HIMSS is a global advisor, thought leader and member-based society committed to reforming the global health ecosystem through the power of information and technology.
As a mission-driven non-profit, HIMSS offers a unique depth and breadth of expertise in health innovation, public policy, workforce development, research and digital health transformation to advise leaders, stakeholders and influencers across the global health ecosystem on best practices. With a community-centric approach, its innovation engine delivers key insights, education and engaging events to healthcare providers, payers, governments, start-ups, life sciences and other health services organizations, ensuring they have the right information at the point of decision.
HIMSS has served the global health community for more than 60 years, with focused operations across North America, Europe, the United Kingdom, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.
What is the strategic alliance about?
Through PIE, EIT Health and HIMSS collaborate with the aim of promoting a variety of advantages and services, including opportunities for marketing cross-promotion, where partners can leverage each other’s networks and resources for enhanced visibility and reach, and educational opportunities such as knowledge sharing and skill develop.
EIT Health’s collaboration within the HIMSS PIE also extends to membership benefits, creating a supportive ecosystem where partners can tap into shared resources and expertise.
Overall, the exchange serves as a catalyst for innovation and growth within the healthcare industry, driven by the collective efforts of its strategic partners.
How will it benefit EIT Health?
Collaborating with HIMSS offers EIT Health valuable insights and best practices in the integration of information and technology within the healthcare sector.
With its global reach and diverse network, HIMSS can also provide EIT Health access to a wide range of industry experts, fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration opportunities.
Additionally, EIT Health stands to benefit from HIMSS’ experience in organising events and initiatives focused on healthcare innovation, creating platforms for joint ventures, and accelerating the implementation of cutting-edge technologies in healthcare.
This article was first published on 24 January by EIT Health.
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