This document summarizes a presentation on planning e-business initiatives in the healthcare industry. It discusses how healthcare IT systems are far behind other industries and the benefits of implementing e-business, such as improved quality of care, cost savings, and faster information sharing. A planning process is outlined that involves identifying possible initiatives, analyzing their functional scope and sustainability of benefits, and prioritizing them. Examples of e-business initiatives for hospitals, nursing homes, biopharma companies and other stakeholders are provided.