Before we implement an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, we must complete the requirements gathering process. This mainly involves collecting knowledge, information, goals, and challenges to understand what is necessary for an effective and impactful EMR. Once all these question have been  answered, design and deployment of a EMR system can begin.
Depending on timeline and budget, requirements gathering can involve several weeks of in-depth interviews and collaborative meetings with key players or it can happen over a few days. Either way, it is important to take the time to work through all steps thoroughly and understand how implementing EMR will change your processes and procedures.