10 Mar Innovation: Not "On Demand"
Innovation (ĭn'ə-vā'shən) n. The successful adoption of a new idea, method, or deviceThe process of making improvements by introducing something newChange that creates a new dimension of performance ...
Innovation (ĭn'ə-vā'shən) n. The successful adoption of a new idea, method, or deviceThe process of making improvements by introducing something newChange that creates a new dimension of performance ...
Disparity (dĭ-spăr'ĭ-tē) n. The condition or fact of being unequal, as in age, rank, or degree.Unlikeness; incongruity. Alright, I couldn’t resist. After writing recently about transparency...
Globalization (glō'bəl-lā'shən) adj. The process by which the economies of countries around the world become increasingly integrated over time.Tendency of businesses to move beyond domestic and national markets to other markets around the globe, thereby increasing the interconnectedness of different markets. ...
Inspiration (ĭn'spə-rā'shən) n. Divine guidance or influence exerted directly on the mind and soul of humankind.Something that stimulates the intellect or emotions or prompts action or invention.The quality of inspiring or exaltingThe act of...
Underwear (ŭn'dər-wâr') n. Clothes worn next to the skin, beneath one's outer clothing.Clothes that typically cover private areas to avoid exposure. On Tuesday night, I had the distinct pleasure of attending the Athenahealth private party at Uptown Cajon in New...
Apply (ə-plī') v. To put to into action or adapt for a special use.To devote (oneself or one's efforts) to something. Steve Ballmer, the enigmatic CEO of Microsoft gave the keynote address...
Bush League (bʊsh'lēg') adj.Of or belonging to a minor league.Of inferior or unprofessional quality; second-rate.I have been finalizing my plans for HIMSS 2007, the biggest healthcare IT show on the planet. It is the annual show and tell, gossip and kiss, and general meetup for...
Equity (ĕk'wĭ-tē) n. 1.The state, quality, or ideal of being just, impartial, and fair.2. Justice applied in circumstances covered by law yet influenced by principles of ethics and fairness.The second profile in my ongoing review of vanguard Health 2.0 companies spotlights Utah-based HealthEquity....
Canonical (kə-nŏn'ĭ-kəl) adj. Of, relating to, or required by a canon of law.Adhering to beliefs or practices approved by authority or tradition Conforming to orthodox or well-established rules or patterns, as of procedure.As I mentioned at the conclusion of a previous post, I believe strongly...
Driven (drĭv'ən) v.1. Powered, operated, or controlled2. Piled up or carried along by a current3. Motivated by or having a compulsive quality or need I had the pleasure of presenting at the first ever Southern California Linux Expo (SCALE) Healthcare Summit yesterday. There were...