Table 5 Themes evolved and the frequency of their occurrence
ThemesFrequency of occurrence in %
Usage of ‘data and information’91%
‘Information transfer as a function’89%
‘Stakeholders’ involved in HIE75%
‘Potential benefits’ of HIE69%
‘Technology’ required for HIE40%
‘Focus’/ ‘Context of use’34%
‘Data standards’30%
Connectivity between different ‘locations’26%
‘Public health’ outcomes12.6%
‘Business’solutions/objectives of HIE8%
‘Sectoral or Regional Scope’3%