Too often there is a disconnect between the IT staff and clinicians within the healthcare organization which is amplified by perceived competing interests between these groups. In reality, these interests can be aligned through collaborative discovery, planning and execution. Ascendian brings a team of deftly skilled experts from both worlds that speak both the language of IT and the clinician. Through collaboration, clear success factors can be achieved that meet the goals of both stakeholder groups. Our proven methodology is designed to clearly define the end goal. Understanding the end goal guides progress and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.