Catalyst acts as an activator, facilitating interoperability in healthcare processes
IHE Catalyst is designed to be a key player in the global effort to achieve seamless and secure healthcare data exchange, ultimately improving patient care and health outcomes. Key operations of IHE Catalyst include: Interoperability Testing, Support for IHE Connectathons and Projectathons, Technical and Professional Services, Driving Investments.
Digital health efficiency and innovation in interoperability
IHE Catalyst supports the IHE technical committee in developing integration profiles aimed at solving real life information exchange needs. It plays an operational role by supporting, facilitating, and managing the IHE test system with test tools, test governance and test events. In the field of digital health efficiency and innovation, Catalyst acts as an enabler, facilitating the interoperability of healthcare processes. .
In addition, IHE Catalyst plays a key role in the interoperability processes, harmonising stakeholders and supporting IHE principles. It listens to and supports the global healthcare community, accelerating the adoption of standards for greater interoperability on a global scale.
Test system enabler and proactive approach
The test system is a critical aspect, and Catalyst enables robust tooling for testing. In a complex, global ecosystem, using the right test tools becomes strategic. Gazelle serves as the core tool system, enabling Catalyst to operate globally. By supporting the evolution of Gazelle into a third-generation test bed, Catalyst ensures a versatile platform for interoperability testing.
On the operational front, IHE Catalyst actively supports National Initiatives in their tasks, executes and enhances the Connectathon process, maintains and develops Sharazone, and expertly manages Projectathons. Additionally, Catalyst provides consulting services to governments, assisting them in organising and prioritising their actions. Overall, IHE Catalyst’s significant impact and proactive approach make it an indispensable force in driving digital health efficiency and interoperability innovation.