Healthcare Magazine September 2014 | Page 37

Harnessing the Power of Big Data
At OUH data can be analyzed in hours rather than months

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beds organizations can use business intelligence to optimize the value and utility of EMR systems , improve the quality of care and patient outcomes , and make informed decisions that lead to better operational performance . These solutions can unify disparate departments within a health organization or cities ’ ecosystem and empower clinicians with real-time health analytics to identify health trends and solve problems more quickly . Ultimately , the value of big data is that it helps more people get better care which benefits everyone .
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