Almost every industry now grapples with big data and how to make the most of it. Whether it's finance, retail, or education, the question is – how can we harness the power of data to drive efficiency, innovation, and improve experiences? The healthcare industry is no...
Interoperability articles
Why we must break down data silos for better patient care and outcomes
As healthcare technology advances, there will continue to be even more platforms for collecting and storing patient data digitally. While these systems are convenient and efficient for healthcare providers, not all communicate and share information, creating data...
The hidden costs of inadequate healthcare data for patients
A lack of interoperability in healthcare means that professionals do not have access to up-to-date and accurate patient information, making it much more difficult to deliver excellent patient care. Inadequate data also carries genuine risks for patients. If you go to...
Breaking down healthcare interoperability: What it is and why it matters
How often would you have sat in a doctor's office and filled out a form with questions about your medical history? When you see a new GP, reception often asks that you arrive 15 to 20 minutes early so you can complete these forms. Even after completing them, the GP...
How will digital health interoperability shape the future of healthcare?
The healthcare sector has undergone radical change in recent years and is only set to grow. Healthcare providers have begun to embrace digital technologies, such as Electronic Health Records (EHRs), telehealth and remote patient monitoring, to improve patient care and...
4 challenges with data integration in healthcare
Data integration in healthcare unlocks many possibilities. Experts can monitor trends in population health, medical records can keep doctors informed of a patient’s information, and individuals can become active participants in their health journey. I have previously...
Why conduct interoperability testing in healthcare?
On a return trip from San Jose to Sydney some years ago, American Airlines cancelled my connecting flight from San Jose to LAX. I begged my way onto a Delta Airlines flight to LAX that would just about make it, if there were no delays. Normally, if the AA flight from...
Integration vs interoperability in healthcare
If you travel to a country where you do not speak the language, you might agree it is easier to learn a few phrases to ease communication with the locals. It is far more efficient to learn ‘thank you’ and ‘black coffee, please’ rather than relying on a translation...
Architecting modern data platforms in healthcare
At the core of every healthcare provider’s mission is quality care. But to provide quality care, you need data. With the advent of wearables and cloud-based electronic health records (EHR) systems, healthcare providers have access to a greater pool of data, that...
5 reasons you need a FHIR integration engine
Interoperability in healthcare delivers numerous benefits to healthcare organisations, and its growth across healthcare is predicted to double by 2024. It helps healthcare providers deliver better outcomes for patients, increases patient engagement, and creates faster...