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Comparing ISO 13485 to ISO 9001: Why “ISO-Certified” isn’t Enough
June 17, 2019
The only ISO quality standard specific to the high-risk medical device industry is ISO 13485:2016. Explore the critical shortcomings of ISO 9001 within the healthcare industry and why being “ISO-certified” isn’t enough. Part 2 of a 4-part series exploring the gaps surrounding medical equipment quality.
The Quality Engine: How the Vendors You Choose Impact Your Facility
June 4, 2019
As health systems increasingly depend on vendors to provide essential medical equipment rental and service, one concerning quality gap has emerged: a lack of regulatory oversight of those service providers. Part 1 of a 4-part series exploring the gaps surrounding medical equipment quality.
We Are Agiliti
December 3, 2018
Names matter. And the best names do an excellent job of capturing the essence of a company. Why we chose ours.
The Dog Days of Summer: The Perfect Time to Prepare for the Flu?
July 31, 2018
In the midst of Summer, it can be difficult to think about Winter. But in terms of getting prepared for the flu season, that’s exactly what needs to happen.
4 Tips For Effective Hospital Outsourcing
June 18, 2018
Outsourcing supportive services is key to helping free up staff time. But having too many vendors can end up driving greater inefficiencies. Here are four tips to help find the right balance.
Free Up Hospital Staff to Focus on Patients, Not Admin Tasks
June 4, 2018
Hospital administrative tasks are necessary and important, but they place extra strain on staff across the facility. Reduce the burden to improve patient care.
How Informed Patients are Redefining Hospital Growth Strategies
April 30, 2018
Price pressures from multiple directions are forcing hospitals to explore opportunities to more effectively manage costs and outcomes to attract patients and allow for growth.
The Key to Hospital M&A Success: Unlocking Quick Wins
April 17, 2018
As health system M&A activity continues at increasing rates and scale, implementing strategies to ensure a smooth and quick integration becomes ever important to the bottom line.
Improve HCAHPS by Focusing on Medical Equipment Management
April 2, 2018
Many hospitals are investing in “extras” to make a good first impression with their patients. But these “extras” fail to address core issues that impact the patient experience.
The 2017-18 Flu Season in Review: Anticipated and Underprepared
March 9, 2018
The current flu season isn’t over yet but is already on record as the worst seen in nearly a decade. Here is a recap of the season so far and three key takeaways from the 2017-18 flu season.
Strategies for Improving Post-Merger Clinical Integration
February 9, 2018
Hospitals are merging at an accelerated rate. But M&A alone won’t guarantee success. Hospitals need a plan to smooth the integration process and show quick results.
Why Patient Retention is the Foundation of Hospital Success
January 16, 2018
The shifting healthcare landscape and changes in consumer behavior have helped make patient retention the foundation for hospital success. Is your hospital using innovative and cost-effective strategies to improve patient retention?
How to Reduce Supply Chain Waste in Your Hospital
December 13, 2017
Discover tips for reducing equipment costs and supply chain waste in your hospital. Learn how your supply chain team can improve clinical outcomes and the overall patient experience.
Want to Improve HCAHPS Scores? Bring Nurses Back to the Bedside
December 7, 2017
Non-patient tasks are overburdening many nurses, yet nurses play a tremendous role in patient satisfaction. Discover how freeing up nurses can improve your hospital’s HCAHPS scores and increase revenue.
Feeling Down Under? It Might Be the Flu: How Hospitals Can Prepare
October 17, 2017
The high volume of flu cases in Australia, plus the recent catastrophic run of hurricanes and ongoing wildfires, could signal a tough season ahead for the U.S. Here are 3 tips on how hospitals can better prepare for the flu.