title: IT takes lead role in outcomes measurement.
abstract: To succeed in outcomes measurement, leaders need to understand key current initiatives, barriers, and the role of information technology.
authors.affiliation: McKessonHBOC, Atlanta, Ga., USA.
authors.forename: R L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Simpson
mesh_terms: D003625:Data Collection; D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D006751:Hospital Information Systems; D006801:Humans; D009745:Nursing, Supervisory / Q000458:organization & administration*; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D012984:Software