Information Technology

Technology can boost hand-hygiene compliance by 45%

The study, originally featured in the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC) stated that hand-hygiene compliance rates provided by the traditional direct observation method did not accurately reflect baseline rates.

5/21/2020

Location technology: The next investment for healthcare

Location-based security technology is a win for both staff and patients

5/18/2020

The pandemic is causing cybersecurity problems for hospitals

There has been a significant increase in ransomware attempts against organizations responding to the pandemic

5/15/2020

Smart healthcare facilities can come unique cybersecurity threats

All the standard vulnerabilities apply to healthcare facilities as well

5/14/2020

‘Tele-Triage’ models designed to keep patients and clinicians safe

Virtual care in emergency departments also can support security and workflow

5/13/2020

Tech can help healthcare facilities guard against disaster

Keeping health IT systems up and running is critical

5/13/2020

Finding the right technology for your facility

How FMs choose and implement technology has a profound impact on the long-term operations of a building

5/12/2020

Successful technology selection and implementation

Separating shiny new gadgets from systems that deliver when selecting new technology

5/7/2020

Hospital system using technology to reduce staff’s' coronavirus exposure

Video tools can also cut down on the use of vital personal protective equipment

5/1/2020

Real-time visibility into patient, staff and equipment locations takes safety and strategy to the next level

Searching for equipment is a consistent facility-wide challenge, and a major patient safety risk caused by distraction and delays in care delivery as staff hunts for missing items

4/24/2020