How Can Healthcare Providers Best Utilize New Technology?

Given that the healthcare information technology market is slated to grow by 20% annually for the next three years and mobile health devices are on pace for annual growth of 33% for the next five years, it’s safe to say that healthcare providers are going to be presented with many new types of technology.

While new technology can be exciting and may be the key to unlocking growth, it also comes with a unique set of challenges. This is especially true in the healthcare field. Since any new technology that a healthcare provider is considering can have a significant impact, it’s important to properly weigh every decision.

Because there are so many different elements to consider, we’ve put together the following guide to help healthcare providers evaluate new technology options as they present themselves:

Data is Key

Although the future looks bright, the current reality of home medical devices is only 10% of them are able to generate and share electronic data. Since that creates a significant gap for healthcare providers, shifting to devices that do provide data capabilities needs to be a priority.

Don’t Drown in Data

There’s no denying the fact that data is crucial. That being said, far too many healthcare providers have found themselves in a position where they feel like they’re drowning in data. This is why it’s so important for providers to have a clear understanding of which data truly matters. By taking the time to gain this clarity, it becomes much easier to fully reap the benefits that new technology has to offer.

Focus on Specific Use Cases

Because there are so many different technology options for healthcare providers, it can be hard to figure out where to start. For providers who are struggling to narrow down their list of options, turning the focus to specific use cases can be very helpful. By pinpointing the most pressing use cases, it becomes much easier to determine which technology is worth pursuing and which options can be passed for the time being.

Make Sure You Have the Right Platform

While much of the new technology that’s out in the healthcare industry looks great, things can quickly change when a provider attempts to implement and roll-out new technology. The most common reason for this type of bottleneck is the provider’s existing platform isn’t ideal. If you want to avoid encountering those types of obstacles, you need to make it a priority to review your platform ahead of time and make any necessary adjustments.

If you need an experienced team to help ensure that the integration of new healthcare technology goes as smoothly as possible, contact Full Sky Technologies at info@fullskytech.com or 513 206 9971 to learn more about how we can help.