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Arrested Development? A Strategic Approach to Technology Reboots Association Growth

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HIMSS began reaching beyond “member” to “audience” in 2002 by offering resources and benefits not exclusive to dues-paying professionals. As early as 1990, HIMSS was already on the path of expanding the sphere of influence for health care IT by engaging in industry partnerships. How are we listening to our members?

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Game Plan 2014: Seeing Around the Corners

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As Plotke observed: “You hear so often that Next-Gen doesn’t need associations but , as long as associations continue to evolve and to embrace new ways of thinking and acting, then [industry] up-and-comers are going to want a seat at the table, and will indeed join.” “Most associations are slow to change.