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Clearsense and Nordic Collaboration

In an era where healthcare organizations are faced with rising operational demands and shrinking margins, strategic decisions regarding technology and software management have never been more critical. Clearsense, a cloud-based data enablement platform, has entered a significant partnership with Nordic, a renowned healthcare consulting firm, to provide an innovative solution for Application Portfolio Management (APM). This collaboration aims to streamline healthcare systems by effectively managing their software applications, ultimately enhancing their operational efficiency and reducing costs.

The Importance of Application Portfolio Management

Application Portfolio Management is a strategic approach designed to evaluate, prioritize, and eliminate redundant or outdated software applications. As healthcare systems have evolved over the past decade, many now find themselves juggling numerous applications—often numbering in the hundreds or even thousands. This can create both operational inefficiencies and financial burdens, particularly in a landscape where organizations are scrutinized for their spending.

According to research from Gartner, between 20% to 30% of IT assets following mergers in the healthcare sector can end up being duplicative or obsolete. This not only drains resources but also poses cybersecurity risks and hampers innovation. Many organizations lack the necessary governance and capacity to manage this complexity effectively. Enter Clearsense and Nordic.

A Game-Changer for Healthcare Organizations

Jason Z. Rose, CEO of Clearsense, stated, "Health systems are under intense pressure to do more with less while preparing for a more connected, AI-driven future. APM is a proven way to unlock immediate savings and modernize infrastructure—but many organizations stall out due to limited internal bandwidth and the complexity of retiring systems at scale. Our collaboration with Nordic removes those barriers, offering a fast, structured, and scalable path forward."

The partnership is geared specifically towards medium to large healthcare systems that face intricate IT environments. Nordic brings a wealth of advisory expertise combined with a managed service approach to APM, providing essential services such as application rationalization, cross-functional governance, and established decommissioning processes. Meanwhile, Clearsense complements these efforts with its secure 1Clearsense data enablement platform. This platform automates vital tasks such as data extraction, migration, and active archiving, allowing for real-time, unified access to data for operational and finance users alike.

Steve Eckert, Chief Growth Officer of Nordic, elaborated on the collaborative nature of their services: "Think of it like an assembly line; Nordic helps set up and manage the processes, while Clearsense ensures every part of the system is safely retired and the data remains accessible. It's a true turnkey model that delivers immediate and sustained return on investment while creating the foundation for long-term innovation."

Proven Results and Future Prospects

Together, Clearsense and Nordic offer a comprehensive APM solution that spans the entire lifecycle from strategy to execution, all while ensuring ongoing access to critical data. This collaboration enables healthcare systems to not only reduce costs but also improve clinical and operational efficiencies, paving the way for modern analytics and AI-driven innovations.

The effectiveness of their strategic APM approach has already been validated through a KLAS Emerging Insights Case Study. This study spotlighted Clearsense’s role in facilitating the largest successful application rationalization and active archiving initiative within U.S. healthcare, leading to savings exceeding $65 million annually.

Healthcare systems interested in exploring the benefits of APM can take advantage of a low-cost assessment offering a high-level view of possible cost retirements and operational improvements. This quick assessment provides actionable insights for organizations looking to make informed decisions, alongside a clearly defined path forward.

For those interested in learning more about how Clearsense and Nordic can help optimize application management, click here to start your journey toward a more efficient future.

About the Companies

Nordic

Nordic is a global health and technology consulting firm dedicated to partnering with health leaders to foster healthier systems, organizations, and communities. With a team of over 3,300 professionals, Nordic has decades of experience in strategic advisory, digital transformation initiatives, and managed services across more than 700 clients worldwide.

Clearsense

Clearsense revitalizes healthcare data through an innovative, cloud-native platform. The 1Clearsense solution enables healthcare organizations to access and mobilize data rapidly and efficiently, driving cost savings and enhanced operational efficiency across various healthcare sectors.

For more details, visit NordicGlobal.com and Clearsense.com.