Lean process improvements boost ICU workflow

Even the most efficient healthcare systems consist of hundreds of complex, inter-related processes

Even the most efficient healthcare systems consist of hundreds of complex, inter-related processes that can create unnecessary effort and expense, according to an article on the Medical Construction & Design.

Managing and analyzing these processes, through process improvement, boost operational efficiency.

As part of process improvement, the Lean design process reduces waste in healthcare facilities.

Applying Lean methodologies in the beginning of a project can better define the process by eliminating waste and variation.

Read the article.

May 31, 2016

Topic Area: Project Management

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