Strategic IT Spend in Healthcare: Leading Through Innovation, Scarcity, and Complexity

In this episode, CHIME President and CEO, Russ Branzell welcomes Rachael England, Associate Principal of Digital Technologies at Vizient, to unpack the complex realities facing digital health leaders who are driving innovation amid mounting economic pressures. Rachael shares insights from working closely with provider CIOs and IT teams to reduce costs, streamline vendor relationships, and ensure digital strategies align with long-term goals. Together, they explore the balance between visionary leadership and sustainable execution, discussing how strategic partnerships can maximize value without sacrificing agility.

Key Takeaways:

• How digital health leaders are navigating budget constraints, vendor fatigue, and pressures to innovate
• Strategies to reduce IT spend and complexity leveraging GPOs and strategic partnerships
• Real-world use cases for AI in procurement and IT decision-making
• How to overcome hurdles in AI adoption with the right data and collaboration
• Thought leadership principles for maintaining focus, avoiding burnout, and leading effective and sustainable digital transformation