Prospective Analysis on the Use of IT System in COVID-19 Vaccination Operations
Care Process & Redesign
Technology
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
SingHealth
31 December 2021
To streamline COVID-19 vaccination operations using IT systems for efficiency and safety. Leveraging IT systems enhances operational efficiency and ensures safe and streamlined processes.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Technology, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Digitalisation, Digital Platforms, Automation, Quality Improvement, Workflow Redesign, Value Based Care, Productivity, Time Saving, Manhour Saving, Safe Care, Operational Management, Logistics Management
About this Content
Aims
To streamline COVID-19 vaccination operations using IT systems for efficiency and safety.
Background
Less than one month to prepare and manage large-scale vaccination operations required innovative solutions.
Methods
Used FormSG, auto-scripts, and system prompts to automate pre-screening, registration, and data management.
Results
Reduced manpower needs, minimized human errors, and eliminated early second doses; ensured compliance and safety.
Conclusion
Leveraging IT systems enhances operational efficiency and ensures safe and streamlined processes.
Lessons Learnt
IT automation improves efficiency and reduces frustrations for healthcare staff during high-pressure scenarios.
Additional Information
SHM 2021 Shortlisted Project (Operations Category).
Keywords
COVID-19, Vaccination Operations, Automation
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | Sengkang General Hospital |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Healthcare Administrators, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases |
Project Lead(s) | Mohammad Shahul Hameed |
Project Member(s) | Ong Biauw Chi |
Connect with this contributor!
Mohammad Shahul Hameed - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg
Project Attachment
C_616_SKH_SHM_2021_Prospective_analysis_on_the_use_of_IT_system_in_COVID_19_vaccination_op.pdf