Skip to content

Strategy & Selection

Streamlined peace of mind.

From vendor evaluation through contract negotiation, data archiving to provider adoption — we guide your selection with confidence.

What We Do

End-to-End Selection Support

Directed Selection

Having participated in over 80 system installations across more than 100 facilities, we have the expertise to help make your choice with confidence.

  • Our proprietary Application Mapping process gives you visual oversight, providing clarity and objectivity
  • Accelerated RFP process gets you to selection and negotiation faster without compromising thoroughness
  • A typical timeline is about 12 – 16 weeks

Contract Negotiation

Leverage our knowledge to your advantage and secure the best package for your site.

Data Archiving

A comprehensive charge master cleanup helps you house, filter, and ultimately determine what data has value in the new system.

  • CHA Viewer offers a secure and accessible place to store legacy data for a fraction of what your previous provider will charge

Provider Adoption

Our team provides a comprehensive training program to increase the rate of adoption and reduce internal pain points during the transition.

Our Process

From Kickoff to Contract

Our 12–16 week selection process is designed to be efficient, objective, and thorough.

Kickoff & Assessment

Weeks 1–2

We begin by identifying your organization's unique goals, challenges, and technical requirements through stakeholder interviews and workflow analysis.

Requirements & RFP

Weeks 3–6

Our team develops a comprehensive RFP based on your specific needs and manages the distribution to a curated list of vendors.

Vendor Demos & Scoring

Weeks 7–10

We coordinate and facilitate scripted vendor demonstrations, using objective scoring criteria to evaluate each platform's performance.

Site Visits & Reference Calls

Weeks 11–12

Validate your top choices through structured reference calls and site visits to hospitals with similar profiles and needs.

Final Selection & Negotiation

Weeks 13–16

We help you reach a final decision and leverage our industry expertise to negotiate the best possible contract and implementation package.

Results

Why Hospitals Choose CHA

We deliver more than just a recommendation. We provide the strategic foundation for your hospital's future.

Vendor Neutrality

Objective, data-driven evaluation process free from vendor bias or outside influence.

Risk Mitigation

Identification of hidden costs, technical gaps, and potential implementation pitfalls early in the process.

Stakeholder Buy-in

Inclusive demo and evaluation process that builds clinician and staff alignment from day one.

Cost Savings

Expert contract negotiation that typically results in significant savings over standard vendor pricing.

FAQ

Common Selection Questions

How long does the selection process typically take?
A standard comprehensive selection process takes between 12 and 16 weeks from kickoff to final contract negotiation. This timeline ensures a thorough evaluation without causing 'selection fatigue' for your team.
Why should we use a consultant for our EHR selection?
An external consultant provides vendor neutrality, specialized industry expertise, and a structured methodology. We handle the heavy lifting of RFP management and demo coordination, allowing your team to focus on patient care while we provide the data you need to make an informed decision.
Which EHR vendors do you work with?
We are strictly vendor-neutral. We have extensive experience working with all major healthcare IT vendors, including Epic, Oracle Cerner, Meditech, eClinicalWorks, Altera Digital Health, and more.
What is 'Application Mapping'?
Application Mapping is our proprietary process for visualizing your current and future software landscape. It helps identify functional gaps, overlaps, and opportunities for consolidation during the selection process.

Ready to Start Your Selection?

Schedule a 30-minute strategy call. We'll walk through our process and help you understand what a realistic timeline looks like for your facility.