Daniel K. Cumberland

Consultant

Phone: (443) 951-7050
| Fax: (844) 801-5883

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Office Locations

Washington, D.C.

Hall Render Advisory Services
1425 K Street, NW
Suite 650
Washington, D.C. 20005

About Daniel

Daniel Cumberland is a seasoned health care technology executive with over 32 years of experience aligning infrastructure strategy with business objectives. As Principal Advisor at Hall Render Advisory Services, Daniel specializes in enterprise architecture, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions and health care technology management. His experience lies in designing scalable IT solutions that support complex health care environments and drive operational efficiency.

Daniel has led transformative initiatives across national health systems, including strategic IT integrations for mergers and acquisitions, divestiture planning and infrastructure modernization. His leadership has been instrumental in aligning IT operations with business goals, particularly in high-stakes environments that require interoperability, compliance and continuity.

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EDUCATION

  • University of Maryland University College, M.S. Technology Management - 2002
  • University of Maryland University College, B.S. Information Systems Management -1991
  • University of Maryland College Park, B.G.S. Meteorology – 1987

Experience

Operational Leadership: Led teams of architects, engineers, project managers, and business analysts in designing processes in supporting transition systems for merger, acquisition, and divestitures for Ascension businesses. Coordinated key business joint ventures for strategic relationships for unique IT infrastructure needs to ensure interoperability between Ascension and strategic partners. Organized strategic planning for the CTO by designing key IT infrastructure programs to present to Ascension business leadership to direct capital budget planning.

Merger, Acquisition, & Divestiture: Designed processes for teams to follow in performing any Merger, Acquisition, & Divestiture activities that included: due diligence analysis, budget planning and fiscal review of IT systems, project oversight for any integration or decoupling activities being performed, and developing appropriate transition services for all IT teams. Led integration activities for five large health systems (>$1B in revenue) with Ascension and three smaller systems. Developed IT processes to support all Ascension divestiture activities since 2010. Architected solutions for alignment with PeopleSoft requirements for Active Directory integration for newly acquired health systems.

Strategic Planning: Designed strategic planning system used by CTO to develop, coordinate, and implement systems planning tools for various IT architects. Developed processes to implement technology standards across a national IT system to promote consistent use of specific technologies in managing the changing healthcare environment.

Process Improvement: Coordinated security improvements to align with HIPAA requirements for Ascension-wide services. Developed new processes for integration with ITIL Foundation best practices in the implementation of ServiceNow solution for Ascension to align foundational elements for service operations, service design, and service strategy.

Operational Oversight: Provided operational oversight of infrastructure services for four large health systems in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Wisconsin. Directly managed the local IT Directors to provide strategic planning and business alignment activities related to infrastructure programs. Directed infrastructure strategic alignment with subsidiary organizations, joint ventures, and joint operating companies.

IT Budget Planning: Directed technology teams to provide CTO with strategic planning for five-year capital budgets.

Team Leadership: Managed a small direct team of leaders and strategic planners to partner in performing infrastructure tasks in support of infrastructure operations and the merger, acquisition, and divestiture work. Employed ITIL and Agile methodologies to align the IT team leaders to embrace changes in strategic direction.

Thought Leadership & Publications

  • Proposed HIPAA Security Rule Addresses Failure to Have an Appropriate Risk Analysis
    This article explores the implications of the proposed HIPAA Security Rule changes, emphasizing the importance of conducting thorough risk analyses to ensure compliance. (May 2025)
  • Ensuring Compliance: Conducting Effective HIPAA Risk Assessments and Risk Management
    Daniel outlines best practices for conducting HIPAA risk assessments and implementing robust risk management strategies to safeguard patient data. (March 2025)
  • Unlocking the Value of Your Data: Strategies for Health Care Leaders
    In this webinar, Daniel discusses how health care organizations can leverage data analytics to drive strategic decision-making and improve patient outcomes. (Webinar, June 2024)
  • Ensuring Operational Integrity: Business Continuity Program Strategies
    This article presents a framework for developing and maintaining effective business continuity programs in health care settings. (April 2024)
  • Protecting Patient Privacy: Addressing Web Tracking Issues
    Daniel examines the risks associated with web tracking technologies and offers guidance on mitigating privacy concerns in digital health platforms. (January 2024)
  • Navigating Complex Health Care IT Systems
    A comprehensive look at how Hall Render Advisory Services supports health care organizations in managing and optimizing complex IT infrastructures. (November 2023)
  • How Is Your EHR Donation Program?
    Daniel provides insights into evaluating and enhancing EHR donation programs to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. (October 2023)

Publications

Proposed HIPAA Security Rule Addresses Failure to Have an Appropriate Risk Analysis
[05/02/25] SEE MORE