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The Backlog: A Secret Weapon for Agile Low-Code Development  

In Agile software development, speed and adaptability are critical, and a well-maintained backlog is a secret weapon for project success. This principle is especially true for Agile Low-Code development, where a robust backlog serves as a strategic roadmap that guides development efforts and promotes efficient resource allocation. This article explores how a backlog optimizes Agile […]

Working Towards a Mature Accessibility Culture at Emids 

As organizations recognize the importance of creating inclusive environments for those with disabilities, they may struggle with where to begin. At Emids, we used a systematic approach to evaluate our current state of accessibility and developed a strategic plan for improvement. By sharing our story, we hope to inspire other companies to work towards maturing […]

Beginner’s Guide to Behavioral Design in HealthTech: Key Strategies and Tips 

Behavior change is the new frontier in healthtech  Globally, seven out of the 10 leading causes of death are a result of – or exacerbated by – unhealthy behaviors. This is not lost in healthtech where the market value of mHealth apps currently sits close to $50 billion and is expected to more than double […]

Building Product the Right Way: Unpacking High-Performance Engineering Culture

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape in the healthcare sector, developing a product that positively impacts both the end user and the developer is crucial. This necessitates building the product correctly, but often organizations are faced with the challenge of navigating through various factors impacting the process. A process that encompasses fostering a high-performance engineering […]

Implementing Generative AI in Healthcare: Strategies, Risks, and Operational Insights 

The advent of Generative AI in healthcare marks a pivotal shift in the industry, heralding a new era of technological advancement and innovation. As we stand at the cusp of this transformation, it’s imperative to grasp the full spectrum of possibilities that GenAI brings to the table.   This article aims to unravel the intricacies of GenAI implementation, guiding […]

Leveraging Generative AI for Enhanced Member and Patient Services

Generative AI is an emerging and exciting frontier with the capability to transform healthcare. Combining the realms of healthcare with artificial intelligence, particularly through the lens of GenAI can open the door to new and innovative solutions for care delivery and enhanced operational effectiveness. While the transformative potential of GenAI in healthcare is immense, it’s […]

Upscaling Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practices in Healthcare

Accessible Healthcare for All In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the pursuit of excellence goes hand in hand with embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles. An inclusive healthcare system not only benefits patients and staff with diverse needs but also elevates the standard of care for all. According to the World Health Organization, about […]

Introducing the Role of the Digital Centaur

Emids as a thought partner is laser focused on digital transformation and the digital journeys of our clients and partners. During organizational transformation, leaders must consider the human side of the journey to position their teams and solutions to compete successfully in the new digital paradigm. Emids has studied the concept of Humanology, where the […]

Helping Healthcare Organizations Become More Data Intelligent

The Building Mountain of Wearables Data

From counting steps to remote monitoring, how we deal with the building mountain of wearable data will determine the future of consumer acceptance. Wearable electronic health and fitness devices are in strong demand with 26 percent of U.S. households owning one as of 2018, according to the Consumer Technology Association (CTA).  They projected over 12.5 […]

The Opportunity and Necessity of Inclusive Health Product Design

Now is the Time for Inclusive Design The COVID-19 pandemic has redefined how healthcare services are delivered. There is a shift from in-person consultations and paper documentation to virtual consultations and electronic documentation. As a result, patients, clients and healthcare providers including many with a range of disabilities are having an increased number of interactions […]

Understanding the Language of Healthcare Data

The Healthcare Data Language Crisis Healthcare organizations have been capturing, collecting, transforming, accessing, analyzing, securing, and storing large amounts of data for many years, and yet there is still doubt in trusting and/or understanding their data and how to utilize it. For many healthcare organizations, data is still a vast, field of information and definitions, […]