You have been asked to participate in a strategic planning committee for your health system based on your longevity with the organization as well as your recent graduation from your HSA program. Your company is considering the purchase of 14 large outpatient clinics from another health system in your region. These clinics can generate an annual income of approximately $180,000,000.00 with expenses that total roughly $120,000,000.00. There is a profit margin, however these clinics do not have an electronic health record system or trained staff. The quote from your current EHR vendor to implement the system, train staff, and serve as tech support will exceed almost $100,000,000.00 over the five year contract. There are many issues and concerns within the group.

Conduct a SWOT analysis and write a recommendation as to whether or not you would recommend the purchase of the EHR.

1. Include in your submission the results of your SWOT analysis by separating Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats in to subcategories with narrative.

2. Include an introduction and conclusion.

As you know, members that attend these meetings have limited time and the group would benefit from your analysis.