A hospital resource and patient management system based on real-time data capture and intelligent decision making

Abstract

This paper highlights the shortcomings of existing hospital information systems and proposes a location, identification and communication system that is able to overcome some of the inadequacies of existing systems and significantly improve the efficiency and throughput of the various units of the hospital setup. The system is based on RFID and wireless sensor network-based location and information management framework and the necessary technology platform that would allow hospital assets, personnel and patients to be tracked in real-time for the purpose of optimizing operations in all aspects of the daily activities of hospitals. The system is also intended to provide a continuous visual simulation and analysis platform to streamline operations, increase process efficiency and service levels.