ASSET MANAGEMENT
Smart technology for safer patient care
Ben Farrar, Traka UK’s healthcare specialist, explains how the latest smart asset management technology is making life easier for NHS staff, and safer for patients. From keeping keys and equipment secure, to tracking vital devices in real time, these tools help staff spend less time searching for resources and more time on patient care.
Where digital and technology investments are concerned, we need clear objectives and demonstrable benefits realisation, so that the investment delivers tangible, positive outcomes across all levels of society. Med-Tech Innovation
Throughout its 76-year history, the NHS has undoubtedly evolved, but it is now experiencing what is considered ‘possibly the greatest wave of innovation in the history of our NHS’. This period of transformation aims to revolutionise
healthcare delivery, making it more efficient, responsive, and patient-centred. The commitment to tech-enabled care is highlighted as the chance to improve or even reshape how care is delivered and experienced. A second theme for the use of technology is to free
up staff time and improve productivity. With research suggesting healthcare workers can lose up to two hours per shift locating devices, central to this transformation is the concept of enhancing asset management and operational efficiency, both critical components in improving patient care.
Addressing the challenges in a stretched healthcare system In an era where healthcare resources are stretched thin, to the extent that almost half of nursing students in England have considered quitting before they graduate, proper maintenance support is required to build a sustainable workforce ready to commit to the future of health and care services. This includes asset and resource management as an essential strategy. The efficient management of medical equipment helps healthcare providers streamline their processes, reducing the time and effort spent on handling and locating equipment. This allows staff to focus more on patient care rather than managing resources. Effective asset management systems can alleviate common issues faced in healthcare settings, such as equipment misplacement, unauthorised access, and maintenance delays.
By implementing advanced asset management
technologies, healthcare facilities can ensure critical equipment is always available when needed, minimising disruptions to everyday responsibilities with no compromise to the welcoming and calming environment created.
Leveraging intelligent technology for better management Intelligent asset management technology offers essential tools that enhance the management of medical equipment. Key features include real-time tracking, secure access controls, and comprehensive reporting capabilities. Real-time tracking enables healthcare staff to monitor
the location and status of equipment at any given time, reducing the risk of misplaced or unaccounted-for devices. Secure access controls ensure only authorised personnel can access critical equipment, protecting against unauthorised use and potential tampering. Comprehensive reporting capabilities provide valuable
insights into equipment usage, helping facilities optimise inventory management and maintenance practices. By integrating these advanced technologies, healthcare facilities can achieve greater transparency and control over their assets. This not only improves the management of individual pieces of equipment but also enhances overall operational workflows, contributing to a more efficient and responsive healthcare environment.
n Case study 1 – Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust
Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust is one example of how healthcare facilities are making key management an embedded aspect of its health, safety and security procedures, and working towards more efficacy in the future. The Trust itself has highlighted its own agenda, with a dedicated ‘Patient first programme,’ supported by five
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