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By Albert Tai - CEO & Co-founder @ Hypercare
Dec 15, 2020 · 5 min read

Clinical Communication & Collaboration Software Evaluation Checklist

Which vendors should become your long-term business partners? Using a framework and the right checklist can help make the selection process easier. Hypercare created this simplified checklist through our extensive research efforts and speaking directly with hospital management leaders and healthcare experts. Furthermore, you want to have minimal bias as possible during the evaluation process, and this checklist is created with that goal in mind. 

In this page, you will find a vendor assessment checklist specifically designed for clinical communication and collaboration software platforms, categorized by the different areas that your organization should consider when evaluating these types of solutions (i.e. features, pricing, security & privacy, etc.).

What Is Vendor Assessment In Clinical Settings?

Vendor assessment is an evaluation and approval process that healthcare organizations often use to determine if prospective vendors can meet your organization standards and obligations once under agreement. The ultimate goal is by properly doing due-diligence, you can secure a low-risk, best-in-class vendor that is the right fit for your organization.

Why Is Doing Vendor Assessment Important?

Evaluating software vendors can be overwhelming.  Sometimes it can feel like you don’t even know where to start when you are considering potential solutions for the problem that you are facing. We understand your frustration and we are here to make your life easier. By referring to this Vendor Assessment Checklist, you will be able to preview the potential areas that you need to consider for clinical communication and collaboration software, and the potential vendor(s) that you need to engage down the line to achieve your goal. If you have any questions or are seeking any support and want to talk to experienced experts, we are always here to help. You can reach out to us at support@hypercare.com.

Preview Of The Vendor Assessment Checklist (Download to see the full version)

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