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Health system executive leaders and boards have recently weathered numerous existential challenges, from COVID-19 to cyberattacks to the One Big Beautiful Bill.

In a healthcare landscape that is in the midst of industry transformation, disruption, and financial duress, one thing has become clear: traditional governance models and approaches require a refreshed approach to guide and advance mission-based organizations.

Operational issues in access are myriad. So are the tactics to resolve them. But if systems look closer, they’ll find that access isn’t a tactical matter. It’s a strategic one stemming from an uncertain or opaque leadership structure.

In today’s volatile healthcare landscape, CFOs are being called to step beyond traditional financial management and embrace a transformative leadership role.

After several challenging years, hospitals and health systems are experiencing modest improvements in financial conditions.

This article is part one in a series on reigniting the strategic plan and growth opportunities. Part two will dig deeper into steps the board can take to elevate strategic planning efforts.