We have recently been in the process of conducting focus groups with physicians on using iPods for medical applications. We came across an interesting scenario of a physician using an iPhone with his electronic medical records. In this clip, it is evident he really is maximizing the power of electronic medical records by using his mobile iPhone device. Click on the video below to see for yourself.
When we talk to different organizations about implementing an enterprise iPod learning strategy, some think it a potentially costly endeavor. After all, just a few years ago the lowest priced iPod was over $300. However, the trend for downward price pressure on iPods continues, as we are now seeing Apple’s lowest priced iPod, the 1 gb iPod shuffle fall below $40. 
The shuffle may be only one tool in your overall enterprise learning repertoire, but still represents a potential eye-opener for those that think that all Apple devices are just too expensive. In a future entry, we will look at what the whole learning toolkit could look like.
People have begun to ask us if we will implement iPod learning over wifi. Well, it just so happens that in our lab right now we
are testing new software that will allow you to stream learning modules, podcasts, wirelessly onto your device. The devices that we are currently testing are in the iPod family, including the iPhone as well as the iPod Touch. While we are excited about the technical possibilities, at the same time we do not believe that in the near term, this technology will be a fit for most health care environments.
The main reason lies in the economics of the devices themselves. Our research has shown that the iPod Nano is the work horse and currently the device that best fits the hospital environment. With retail prices currently being less than $150 per unit, that means that for every iPod Touch that retails for $300, a hospital can acquire two Nanos-with each device providing a comparable video and audio user experience. Furthermore, our research has shown that at this point in time, users have not demonstrated an urgency for wifi content compared to content that is synced from a PC.
We believe that in the not too distant future, iPod learning will lend itself more readily to wifi, and that is precisely why we are pursuing this technology. And the business case for the technology will become more evident, but at the moment the economics of this learning model are not quite compelling enough.
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Look at deploying newer learning technology - podcasting, learning portals, weblogs, virtual classroom, on demand learning, performance support systems.
Stay away from buzzwords, e.g., talent management system. Instead, start with what needs to happen, then look at an array of software
Stop thinking of learning project in terms of instructor led training or online. Typically the more blurry the lines, the better the outcome.
•Most hospitals are under funding learning technology, so just ask for more money. And if that doesn’t work, go to plan B
•LMS usage has increased due to several factors including ease of deployment with SaaS (Software as a Service). Technology has become commoditized, and healthcare systems should continuously evaluate their providers, as many are spending 2X to 3X cost of newer technology models. Go to
, and read our blog for more information
•You can also call Eric Kugler directly at 713-256-1472, or e-mail
for more information, clarification, etc…
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