The Informatics and Information Technology Collaborative (IITC) is designed to unify all IT staff within cutting-edge service lines, enhancing the informatics and IT community’s capability to meet increasing HIPAA and security regulations effectively. This initiative, driven by Dean Golden’s prioritization of a secure and efficient informatics and IT infrastructure, is set for significant planning and structural changes leading up to and beyond a July 1 milestone. Despite concerns about the pace and inclusivity of this transition, the move aims to incorporate all departments and staff, leveraging their specialized skills for a more robust IT support structure. Staff roles and supervisory relationships will gradually evolve, with a focus on minimal disruption and maximizing opportunities for skill development and service improvement. This transformation, while initially raising questions about job security and changes in responsibilities, promises a collaborative approach to adapting and enhancing IT services for the SMPH community, with detailed planning and communication to address the needs and concerns of both staff and researchers.
Month: May 2023
May project update for Informatics and IT Collaborative
Since the April Project Update, progress has continued on the Validation Phase of the Informatics and IT Collaborative (IITC). To recap, the goal of this phase is to engage departmental IT and administrative leadership in …