The rise of mobile devices and the role of patient data are highlighting the limited functionality of legacy systems, proving their downfall. In a digitally-connected healthcare environment, wearable devices allow patients to have real-time support. The increasing digitization of medical records, which host a wealth of patient knowledge, empowers patients with access to that data in real time. It also enables health providers to accurately diagnose and manage a patient’s healthcare. According to IDC, 20 percent more people will be aware of their health by 2020 because of real-time care plan adjustments with cognitive/AI and data from wearable devices.

Robotic Process Automation improves the quality of healthcare delivery, increases patient safety, decreases medical errors, and strengthens the patients and healthcare providers’ interaction. Medical professionals have access to patient data automatically in real time, which allows them to get a rounder overview of the patient’s healthcare.


Integrating multiple streams of medical systems makes it possible for healthcare providers to better manage patient care through the secure use and sharing of health information. This digital IT environment creates a more efficient workflow process, which increases transparency and streamlines the process.

By combining digital expertise and re-engineering existing IT ecosystems, healthcare organizations can ensure the smoothest conversion to enhancing patient delivery and operational management. The future of healthcare will continue to change as providers seek to deliver more value-based care.

About the author: Bill Anderson oversees business development for healthcare services of Intelenet Global Services.

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