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Unveiling the Future of Healthcare Operations with AI at ViVE 2026

On February 23, 2026, symplr®, a frontrunner in enterprise healthcare operations software, took center stage at ViVE 2026 to announce groundbreaking AI-driven enhancements across its Operations Platform. These innovations aim to address pressing issues within the healthcare sector, such as staff shortages, financial challenges, and clinician burnout, by streamlining critical backend workflows that are often hampered by fragmented systems and manual processes.

Transforming Healthcare Workflows

Symplr's focus is on improving operational efficiency by infusing intelligence into everyday administrative tasks. According to the 2025 symplr Compass Survey, many healthcare providers continue to struggle with fragmented systems that not only strain their operations but also detract from their primary focus: patient care. The latest advancements including workforce management, contract lifecycle management, and vendor credentialing promise to reduce manual burdens and encourage health systems to allocate more resources toward enhancing patient outcomes.

Dr. Robert Bart, Chief Medical Information Officer at UPMC, emphasizes that operational efficiency encompasses a multitude of processes. "It's not merely about initiating a single initiative; it's about systematically removing friction from various workflows," Bart states. He highlights how these improvements can significantly diminish administrative burdens, allowing healthcare providers to concentrate on delivering quality care.

Unified Workforce Management

Following its acquisition of Smart Square in 2025, symplr has merged symplr Workforce and Smart Square into a singular, unified platform tailored for comprehensive workforce management. This integration combines two Best in KLAS–recognized solutions, enhancing both nurse and staff scheduling, as well as timekeeping.

The unified solution introduces AI-empowered predictive scheduling features that enhance resource allocation by anticipating staffing needs, proactive open-shift management to expedite fulfillment, and automation to simplify intricate payroll and labor policies.

AI-Powered Contract Lifecycle Management

Symplr's newly enhanced contract lifecycle management capabilities facilitate timely contract reviews while mitigating risks associated with agreements. This is made possible by leveraging conversational AI to provide swift answers and actionable insights from contract data. Additionally, AI-assisted review capabilities flag potential risks, suggest changes, and support compliance proactively.

Streamlining Vendor Access with Smart Badge

In an effort to improve vendor entry protocols, symplr has introduced Smart Badge technology that not only modernizes the way vendors are registered but also fortifies compliance oversight across various facilities. This innovative system allows vendors to bypass traditional manual kiosk check-ins, thus expediting their entry while simultaneously reducing operational overhead. Automated credential verification ensures real-time compliance monitoring, which is crucial in maintaining high standards in healthcare facilities.

Theresa Meadows, CIO in Residence at symplr, asserts that the core requirement for healthcare today is not just the application of AI to outdated workflows, but the creation of robust platform innovations that align with the real challenges of healthcare operations. "Our ongoing investments aim to transform hospital operability, ultimately reducing friction and enhancing the impact on patients, clinicians, and healthcare staff alike," Meadows notes.

Visitors can engage with symplr and explore live demonstrations of these innovations at booth #1610 at ViVE 2026 in Los Angeles. For those seeking further details or wanting to schedule a meeting, additional information is available on their official website.

About symplr

As a leader in enterprise healthcare operations solutions, symplr serves nearly 90% of U.S. hospitals and over 400 health plans. Their commitment to optimizing operations, reducing complexity, and improving healthcare outcomes has set a benchmark in the industry. By integrating advanced solutions for workforce, quality management, provider data, and spending, symplr empowers healthcare organizations to rise above challenges and stay ahead of industry changes.