At health centers and hospitals, the utilization rate of rooms and resources is often surprisingly low. Empty consultation rooms, underused equipment, and the constant juggling of schedules waste valuable resources. But what if all of this could be optimized to get more out of existing resources – without additional investments?

The vision and goal of Axel Health have long been to streamline and enhance the operations and planning of healthcare services. This goal took a significant leap forward in the summer of 2024 when we acquired the shares of Finnish company Unitary Healthcare Oy. But what does this mean in practice for healthcare professionals – both in Finland and Sweden?

In the social and healthcare sector, personnel costs account for the largest expense, ranging from approximately 30-60% of the total costs, depending on the responsibility area. The shortage of frontline professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and therapists, poses challenges to improving cost efficiency. At the same time, automating administrative tasks offers significant cost-saving opportunities without increasing the workload of frontline staff.

As we explore cost-saving strategies in the healthcare sector, it's crucial to recognize the role of digital technology in revolutionizing patient care and operational efficiency. Digital transformation in healthcare isn't just about cost reduction—it's about improving patient experience and making healthcare operations more efficient and patient-centered.

Digital door displays have become increasingly popular in conference rooms over the past decade. These displays make it easy to see when and for whom a room is booked, and making new room bookings is a breeze. Did you know that similar door displays are also used in healthcare, especially in outpatient settings? In healthcare settings, digital door displays provide a variety of benefits, and I will explore four key benefits in more detail:

Patient fees can be a complex matter, no matter whether you're dealing with a private or public healthcare provider. These fees typically include both statutory and provider-specific charges, often capped at certain maximum limits. Payments may be collected entirely from the patients or partially covered by Kela (the Social Insurance Institution of Finland), insurance companies, or other entities.