Digitalization of hospital processes

Tailored process analysis and implementation for your smart hospital

The digitalization of processes presents hospitals with complex challenges: Which processes offer the greatest potential for digitalization? What is the current level of digital maturity? And which measures should be implemented first? As part of an initial quick check, Drees & Sommer Switzerland analyzes existing structures and processes and uses the findings to develop a tailored digitalization strategy. This creates a clear, step-by-step path toward the smart hospital.

Why hospitals should digitalize their processes

• Do you primarily work with paper-based processes?
• Do you want to or have to promote the use of digital technology in your hospital, but don’t know exactly what the current situation is and where you should be heading?
• Do you have to align your care and therapy processes with digitization, or are you yet to establish these processes?
• Do you want to avoid later deployment of standalone solutions as far as possible?
• Are you aiming to improve structures and processes in the long term – in both care and administration?
• Do you want to substantially reduce staff workload while at the same time enhancing patient care?
• Do you want to develop a rigorous and viable digitization concept for your hospital as soon as possible?
• Do you need specialist advice with regard to the use of possible subsidies?

You have to address the following points

• Inventory of the current state of digitization
• Digitization of processes
• Patients and staff as beneficiaries of digital processes
• Enhanced competitiveness through enhanced efficiency
• AI to increase patient safety
• Cybersecurity

Digitalization strategy for hospitals – how we support you on your path to the smart hospital

Our special requirements management for digitization of healthcare real estate determines user expectations and project-specific requirements with regard to the level of digitization. Drees & Sommer Switzerland healthcare experts undertake a holistic 360-degree analysis of the hospital’s level of digitization. This includes an initial discussion and our Quick Check to establish your current level of digital maturity. The findings result in a transparent decision document for the client. Implementation can be as part of new construction, or rehabilitation or remodeling work on hospitals, clinics and medical centers, large practices, rehab centers and nursing homes.

Digitalize your hospital processes in four steps

An interdisciplinary project team analyzes, structures and documents the current digital status of your processes. As a result, you will receive a transparent basis for developing a digital strategy, which we will support you in implementing.

What does a digitalization strategy for a hospital include?

A digitalization strategy defines goals, areas for action, and prioritized measures for a hospital’s digital development. It takes into account factors such as organizational structures, medical and administrative processes, technology, and data management.

How can hospital processes be digitalized?

The first step is to analyze existing processes and assess the current level of digital maturity. Based on these findings, digitalization opportunities are identified, measures are prioritized, and implementation takes place step by step. It is essential to take a holistic view of processes and interfaces to avoid isolated solutions.

What are the benefits of digitalizing hospital processes?

Digital processes can reduce staff workload, make workflows more efficient, increase transparency, and improve patient care. At the same time, they can reduce media disruptions and inefficient interfaces.

How does Drees & Sommer support hospital digitalization?

Drees & Sommer Switzerland supports hospitals from assessing their digital maturity and developing a digitalization strategy to prioritizing and implementing specific measures.