Moving from feelings to facts

Before partnering with Haltian, the hospital region’s planning decisions were often based on anecdotal feedback and the “feeling” of their tenants. This subjective approach led to significant business challenges. 

“We didn’t know how our customers were using their premises, so we had to go on their feeling, which rarely matches reality,” a representative from the healthcare provider explains.

This reliance on perception rather than data resulted in oversized and expensive construction projects. Furthermore, when departments reported overcrowding, planners had no objective way to verify the claims or identify the actual cause. They needed a reliable method to understand actual space needs, justify investments, and drive conversations about new, more flexible ways of working. 

Actionable insights in a user-friendly platform

The organization began searching for a solution and, after evaluating the market, chose Haltian. Two key factors stood out: Haltian’s focus on the healthcare sector and the platform’s unique usability. 

Unlike other solutions they tested, which were complicated to install and offered limited access to data, Haltian provided a seamless experience. The wireless sensors were easy to deploy, and the intuitive analytics platform gave the planners the autonomy they needed. 

This ability to independently access and analyze real-time and historical data was a game-changer. It allowed planners to move from being reactive to proactive, armed with visual, undeniable evidence of space usage. The deployment was smooth, with Haltian providing direct training and support to the region’s technicians, ensuring a hassle-free rollout without creating bottlenecks for the planning team.  

Driving efficiency, cost savings, collaboration

The data from Haltian’s solution has become an indispensable tool for the hospital region’s functional and premises planners. By presenting precise, visual data to the departments, they can foster a shared understanding of space utilization and collaboratively find solutions. 

The results have been tangible and transformative: 

• Cost-Effective and Space-Efficient Premises: Armed with accurate data, the organization now avoids overbuilding and makes smarter investment decisions. “Absolutely, we have achieved more space-efficient and cost-effective premises,” the representative confirms. 

• Data-Driven Problem-Solving: The data works both ways. In cases where departments experienced genuine overcrowding, the high-occupancy data provided the necessary proof to justify allocating additional rooms or resources. 

• A Shift in Mindset: The insights have empowered the healthcare provider to drive strategic changes. By showing departments how their spaces are used, they can make a stronger case for creating flexible, multi-purpose areas instead of custom-built rooms for specific roles. This not only saves money but also creates more sustainable and future-proof facilities. Many times, the solution isn’t a costly remodel but a change in working methods.