As the year comes to a close , it ’ s a time to reflect on the successes achieved and take note of how to improve for the coming year .

Big data is relatively new in the world of healthcare but will play a major role in the short future in the collection of patient information and the overall level of care . Our feature this month takes a look at the successful baseball industry , primarily in regards to its usage of big data to improve statistics . We take note of their most successful implementation methods and discuss how the healthcare industry can benefit from doing the same .

Staying within budget and increasing efficiencies are at the forefront of health system outlooks for the new year . To help hospitals and medical practices prepare , we compiled seven steps to supply chain transformation that can create viable solutions for long-term success .

We wrap up the December issue of Healthcare Global by sharing the Top 10 most beneficial healthcare donations of 2014 .

We hope you enjoy this issue and wish you the best of health !

Editor stephanie . ocano @ healthcareglobal . com

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