The latest technological advancements like AI and ML have only magnified the existing disruptions caused by e-Health, m-Health, IoT, wearable devices, 3D printing, and robotics in healthcare sector. The current pandemic has only fast-tracked the penetration and adoption of information technology in every sphere of life. Healthcare is no exception to this. The increased acceptance of IT is demonstrated with the extent of utilisation of telemedicine.
The IT initiatives adopted by healthcare organisations are expected to have three dimensional impact. These initiatives are anticipated to improve the care delivery, thereby enhancing the customer experience. The achievement of operational excellence is certain to follow effective care delivery and delightful customer experience. With the projection of digital healthcare market expansion in India to the size of INR 485.43 Bn by 2024 from the value of INR 116.61 Bn in 2018 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.41%, opportunities to improve patient safety, openness of the hospitals to accept and adopt IT solutions, one can foresee the emergence of new prospects in Health IT Management.
The Orientation Session conducted by Mr. Narayana Hegde, Vice President – Business Development and Operations at TrioTree Technologies Pvt. Ltd, was a curtain-raiser for the students of PGDM in Healthcare Management at ISBR Business School to the Health IT sector regarding its scope, opportunities and future in India.
