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To propel digital health forward, it’s necessary to shake up the norms, unlock data, and ensure a steady flow of funds. No matter how innovative a digital tool may be, it won’t take flight without financial support, approval from regulatory frameworks, and a robust business model. Open data systems hold the key to unleashing the potential of groundbreaking ideas, whether it translates into medical breakthroughs or financial gains. We require new regulations that reflect the vibrancy of digital health, transitioning from experimentation to success, with everyone fully on board.
The healthcare landscape is ripe for digital transformation. The world at large has recognized the merit of value-based care during the global pandemic, propelling the adoption of digital and AI technologies in healthcare. An astounding 96% of our survey participants are primed and eager to embrace digital health, with a quarter of them being particularly enthusiastic. However, a challenge lies ahead: 91% of leaders view interoperability as a formidable hurdle, with 59% anticipating significant difficulties in addressing it. Forty percent of decision-makers believe that balancing security and user-friendliness poses the greatest challenge in digital health. By transitioning to cloud-based solutions, enterprises can receive commendation for modernizing their IT infrastructure. Among our survey respondents, 36% perceive scalability as the most significant benefit, closely followed by enhanced security at 28%.
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Digital tools should enhance, not impede, healthcare teams. With a global shortage of healthcare professionals exacerbating, tools like clinical aids, patient prognostics, and remote monitoring can emerge as frontline heroes rather than adversaries. These digital enhancements will only prove effective if they are user-friendly, receive backing from the medical community, and come with comprehensive tutorials.
Having engaged with 300 leaders in the healthcare industry and conversed with experts from diverse backgrounds such as startups, academia, and industry professionals, we’ve gathered valuable insights on seamlessly integrating digital solutions into healthcare environments. Picture laboratories and hospitals here.
