ASSET MANAGEMENT BEN FARRAR – HEALTHCARE SPECIALIST, TRAKA UK


Supporting NHS vision for better patient care


Imagine a future NHS where accessing critical resources, data and information is straightforward, effective, and compliant, with the highest standards of security – a healthcare environment where information flow is seamless and secure, where keys and assets are always accounted for and instantly accessible to facilitate efficient patient care. Ben Farrar, Traka UK’s healthcare specialist, looks at how this can be achieved with the use of the latest smart technology including intelligent electronic management solutions, tailored to the specific requirements of individual healthcare facilities.


“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.


IFHE DIGEST 2025 Healthcare assets.


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 Ben Farrar


Ben Farrar brings over 11 years of experience in the healthcare sector, specialising in delivering


innovative solutions that enhance efficiency in managing sensitive keys and assets within the NHS and healthcare facilities. His comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced in this industry enables him to collaborate effectively with clients, ensuring Traka's solutions are tailored to integrate seamlessly into daily operations


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


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