Episode 8 - Exploring Innovation: From Inception to Impact with Ryan Bengtson

Summary

In this episode of The Buzz, host Mike Mosquito and co-host Maureen Nylin interview Ryan Bengtson, CEO of Panda Health. They discuss the origin story of Panda Health, its role in helping health systems with their digital transformations, and the value it provides to its members. They also explore the decision-making process for health systems in choosing between building, buying, or partnering for technology solutions. Panda Health fosters a sense of community and collaboration among its members, providing a platform for knowledge sharing and networking.

Takeaways

Panda Health was born out of the need for health systems to undergo digital transformation and keep up with the pace of change in the industry.

Panda Health serves as a market intelligence platform, helping health systems understand the digital health space and find solutions that address their needs.

The platform provides deep market intelligence, knowledge of individual tech stacks, and a community for members to learn from and connect with their peers.

Health systems should consider the ROI and time-to-market when deciding between building, buying, or partnering for technology solutions.

Panda Health fosters a sense of community and collaboration among its members, providing a platform for knowledge sharing and networking.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:48 The Origin Story of Panda Health and the Need for Digital Transformation

04:37 Navigating the Build vs Buy vs Partner Decision for Health Systems

07:05 The Value of Market Intelligence and Community in Healthcare Technology

09:42 The Role of Panda Health in Fostering Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing

25:10 Conclusion and Closing Remarks