Session Chair: D. Scott Griffin, BSRT(R), CIIP
Southeast Alabama Medical Center
Description:
System downtime is often the most popular topic of discussion among system
administrators. Proper planning and learning from others mistakes often
helps to mitigate any unforeseen areas that one may need to address in
downtime planning.
This session will draw from the knowledge of other professionals in the
field of imaging informatics and direct others to review specific areas such
as change management, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
Participants:
Relocating the ArchiveBrenda Skorup, RT(R)(M), CIIP Yuma Regional Medical CenterLearning Objectives:1. Understand the implications of imaging
informatics
downtime.
2. Explain complications due to archive downtime.
3. Describe ways to avoid problems in the future.
PACS Worst Case Scenarios:
Understanding the Implications of Major Downtimes and Avoiding Them
Michael D. Toland University of Maryland Medical SystemLearning Objectives:
1. Implement change management policies, both internal to your PACS team and
external (hospital IT, vendors).
2. Develop communication channels with vendors - you know what they are
doing and they know what you are doing.
3. Understand accountability - How to hold vendors accountable and be held accountable for
your actions as well.
Flames from the Road: The Importance of Remote Access Tools and
Diagnostics for Downtime Management in PACS Richard L. Kennedy, MSc,
CIIP
Kaiser Permanente Medical Group
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand current available technology for remote access and
monitoring of critical systems.
2. Understand the importance of multi-channel remote access and
monitoring for critical clinical systems.
3.Understand how to plan, prepare, and practice for downtime incidents.
