Scottsdale Healthcare plans to use some of the information it developed for solution providers in other forums, said Jim Cramer, vice president and chief information officer at Scottsdale Healthcare. In addition, the hospital may host a second session for VARs in the fall.

"I'm very happy with the way it went. I think the level of engagement of the participants was outstanding," Cramer said. "The level of engagement of the directors we presented was very well received. I think every one of participants came away of with better understanding of this industry."