The Financial and Operational Case for Going Paperless
Going paperless isn’t just an environmental initiative; it’s a financial imperative. Hospitals that transition to fully digital systems achieve significant savings and operational benefits.
Key Metrics
- Annual savings: £175,000-£200,000 for a 500-bed hospital.
- Staff time saved: 2.5-3 hours per employee per week.
- Storage cost reduction: 50-60%.
Case Studies
- Kaiser Permanente:
- 87% reduction in paper usage over three years.
- Annual savings: £280,000.
- 4% increase in patient satisfaction.
- Cleveland Clinic:
- Saved £1.1 million in combined costs in the first year.
- Reduced paper usage by 60%.
ROI Timelines
According to HIMSS Analytics, most hospitals achieve full ROI on digital transformations within 12-18 months.
Brought to you from the team responsible for the UK’s first fully digital Hospital to HIMSS 7
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