Impact of Data Analytics in Healthcare

Data Analytics has widespread impacts on not only commercial sectors but also healthcare. For example: First is by checking on hospital activities by maintaining relevant databases can help in finding inefficiencies in service provision and the overall costs of a healthcare facility can be reduced. Second is that data analysis also helps in allocating funds efficiently thus reducing the chances of embezzlement. Third is a database of patients’ records and medical histories can be maintained, which can provide a communication medium for the patient and every other individual working on that case. Also, if a healthcare facility is operated in multiple units, analytics can help ensure consistency across all facilities and specific departments. Lastly, storing staff data and keeping a check on their performance is important. Read more at: http://www.datasciencecentral.com/profiles/blogs/data-analytics-is-transforming-healthcare-systems