title: Technology vendors: how to get what you really want.
abstract: Influencing vendors to satisfy the institution's needs is paramount to success. When defining your system's vision, work with the vendor; share the larger picture. Guidelines to influence a vendor or consultant are provided.
authors.affiliation: Rsimpso@hboc.com
authors.forename: R L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Simpson
mesh_terms: D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D006801:Humans; D013677:Medical Laboratory Science / Q000592:standards*; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital; D011682:Purchasing, Hospital