Software standards improve flow of information.
Many healthcare organizations buy their microcomputers and software packages in a piece-meal fashion. As a result, single microcomputers cannot share information with other microcomputers, networks, or the central computer system. Designating compatible software packages and machines as standards for the institution ensures that hardware and software can communicate. These standards should be implemented across the institution and regularly updated so that users' needs are met.
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