Tech Data's Healthcare IT Solution Diagnosis

Healthcare reform is a top priority this year and IT plays a major role as providers face new standards for compliance, improved patient care and limited budgets. As a result, healthcare providers need professional IT assistance to develop solutions that address the total patient experience.

Industry analysts estimate that the Health IT (HIT) market is growing by as much as 17 percent a year and is expected to reach $34.7 billion by 2011. This includes the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act's (ARRA) focus on Electronic Health Records (EHR), regional health information exchange efforts, medical information security and telehealth development using telecommunications to deliver health-related services and information. These funds also include a $44,000 tax incentive per individual medical practitioner to convert to EHR.

With all these opportunities at hand, Tech Data has the products and support healthcare IT solution providers need, including a Healthcare Specialized Business Unit (SBU). This SBU partners with leading hardware and software vendors to provide specialized solutions, services and expert resources. Tech Data also provides Business Development Services for assistance and guidance every step of the way. The new TechMed Alliance Group gives you access to health IT specialists, invitations to events, informative e-newsletters, financing options and previews of new healthcare IT solutions.

There has never been a better time for VARs to get involved with medical practices and healthcare facilities. Tech Data's Healthcare IT Team has the prescription you need to make the most of this opportunity. To find out more about TechMED, call 800-753-4538, or send an e-mail to usbusdevgov@techdata.com for Business Development Services or govtbids@techdata.com for the Bid Desk.

A Letter from Barb Miller, Vice President, Government, Healthcare IT and Technical Services This is an unprecedented time in America's history. We have faced challenging economic obstacles, but with new technologies and new IT markets, the channel is still going strong. Healthcare modernization is a main focus of the administration, and bringing doctors' offices, hospitals and other healthcare facilities into the 21st century is a goal for all of us. In response to this growing need, Tech Data has launched its first-ever vertical industry Specialized Business Unit (SBU) to meet the demands of our healthcare-focused resellers and their customers. We are taking a broad view of HIT and see it as our opportunity to help you provide the total-patient-care solutions your customers want. The Healthcare SBU gives you access to specialists and a dedicated team to help you make the most of this opportunity. Many experts believe 2010 is the year it all turns around. Let us be your trusted source to help you make the most of your opportunities. Barb Miller