This document provides an introduction to health information technology systems and nursing informatics. It discusses the need for healthcare reform due to rising costs and changing needs. It also describes the Technology Informatics Guiding Education Reform (TIGER) initiative, which aims to improve nursing professionals' understanding of healthcare informatics through developing computer competency resources. The document outlines specific competencies established by TIGER and the American Nurses Association to influence quality of care, safety, and excellence in nursing practice through informatics. Nurses are asked to reflect on how informatics has impacted their practice, evaluate their informatics strengths and needs for development, and propose a strategy to enhance their skills.