title: Do we have the data to take informed decisions in Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) related issues? A Conceptual HTM-IS Framework.
abstract: This paper considers the data and information needs for a broad range of environments, focusing on information-poor environments that may be well resourced in other respects. A generic framework for the establishment of a comprehensive healthcare technology management information system (HTMIS) is suggested.
authors.affiliation: HTM Programme Director at the University of Cape Town, South Africa (e-mail: poluta@cormack.uct.ac.za).
authors.forename: Mladen
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Poluta
authors.forename: Enrico
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Nunziata
authors.forename: Marco
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Knaflitz
authors.forename: Gabriella
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Balestra