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The article by Corinne Dive-Reclus and Dr. Tim M. Jaeger discusses the slow adoption of digital technologies in health care, despite a digital shift in most other sectors. They highlight the importance of integrating and activating health data to improve patient-centered care. The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift towards digital health, emphasizing the value of cross-border collaboration and scientifically backed solutions. The authors advocate for open digital ecosystems that connect various health care innovators and stress the need for a holistic mindset to transform disconnected data into actionable insights. They highlight the role of robust, open digital platforms in enhancing collaboration and data sharing. Dive-Reclus and Jaeger emphasize the importance of using digital evidence-based approaches and external innovations to drive operational excellence and patient care improvements. They call for health care leaders to embrace integrated, secure digital solutions to unlock the full potential of digital health for patient benefit. Both authors hold leadership positions at Roche Information Solutions, focusing on lab and provider insights.