Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Health Information Management 1735-7853 22 2 2026 06 03 Validation and Prioritization of Dimensions of the IT Management Excellence Model at IsfahanUniversity of Medical Sciences Using a Structural Equation Modeling Approach Validation and Prioritization of Dimensions of the IT Management Excellence Model at IsfahanUniversity of Medical Sciences Using a Structural Equation Modeling Approach 63 73 33088 10.48305/him.2025.45440.1320 FA Asefeh Haddadpoor Ph.D. Student, Department of Management, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Najafabad, Iran 0000-0002-3945-1496 Iraj Soltani Assistant Professor, Educational Management Department, Isfahan Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, IranAssistant Professor, Educational Management Department, Isfahan Islamic Azad University, Isfahan, Iran 0000-0003-4130-5516 Akbar Nabiollahi Assistant Professor ,Computer Department, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Najafabad, Iran 0000-0003-4012-0640 Journal Article Abstract: Introduction: Effective management of information technology in the health system requires the use of indigenous and validated excellence models that correctly identify and prioritize key dimensions of this area. This study was conducted with the aim of validating the excellence model of information technology management and determining the priority of its dimensions from the perspective of stakeholders of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences. Methods: The present study was an applied, descriptive-survey study of correlation type, with a quantitative approach and structural equation modeling. The statistical population consisted of 1575 managers and experts of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, of whom 309 were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected with a researcher-made questionnaire consisting of 140 items in a 14-dimensional format and analyzed with SmartPLS software. Model validation was performed with confirmatory factor analysis and prioritization of dimensions by combining path coefficients, factor loadings, and effect size (f²). Results: The results indicated a good fit of the model and appropriate validity and reliability of the constructs. Also, the dimensions of “IT service portfolio management”, “IT systems management”, “health data management” and “security and confidentiality” had the highest priority, while the dimension of “human resources and employees” had the lowest priority. Conclusion: The research model has acceptable statistical validity and prioritizing its dimensions can be the basis for effective planning of IT management in medical universities (especially in conditions similar to Isfahan University of Medical Sciences). However, generalizing the results to other universities requires conducting additional studies in different environments. Abstract: Introduction: Effective management of information technology in the health system requires the use of indigenous and validated excellence models that correctly identify and prioritize key dimensions of this area. This study was conducted with the aim of validating the excellence model of information technology management and determining the priority of its dimensions from the perspective of stakeholders of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences. Methods: The present study was an applied, descriptive-survey study of correlation type, with a quantitative approach and structural equation modeling. The statistical population consisted of 1575 managers and experts of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, of whom 309 were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected with a researcher-made questionnaire consisting of 140 items in a 14-dimensional format and analyzed with SmartPLS software. Model validation was performed with confirmatory factor analysis and prioritization of dimensions by combining path coefficients, factor loadings, and effect size (f²). Results: The results indicated a good fit of the model and appropriate validity and reliability of the constructs. Also, the dimensions of “IT service portfolio management”, “IT systems management”, “health data management” and “security and confidentiality” had the highest priority, while the dimension of “human resources and employees” had the lowest priority. Conclusion: The research model has acceptable statistical validity and prioritizing its dimensions can be the basis for effective planning of IT management in medical universities (especially in conditions similar to Isfahan University of Medical Sciences). However, generalizing the results to other universities requires conducting additional studies in different environments.

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