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Clearsense Makes Strides in Healthcare Application Management

Clearsense®, a prominent cloud-based data enablement platform, has been spotlighted in a recent KLAS Emerging Insights Case Study for its significant contributions to the healthcare sector. The initiative being recognized is highlighted as the largest and most impactful effort in the field of application rationalization and active archiving across U.S. healthcare systems.

The detailed study delves into a multi-year project undertaken by a large American health system. The goal? To streamline an unwieldy application portfolio that had expanded significantly following the rollout of a comprehensive Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, as well as various mergers and acquisitions. Clearsense's innovative approach was pivotal in developing a comprehensive decommissioning strategy that leveraged standardized and accelerated active archiving processes. This strategy resulted in an impressive net annual savings of over $65 million by phasing out nearly 800 redundant or outdated applications.

By utilizing the 1Clearsense Platform, Clearsense facilitated the active archiving of legacy data from numerous systems. This process not only created a unified access point for both current and historical records but also set the groundwork for advanced initiatives, such as population health analytics and artificial intelligence training, which can greatly enhance patient care outcomes.

As noted by an executive from the health system featured in the case study, "We are conducting application rationalization and archiving at an unprecedented scale." Their operations involve the decommissioning of 20 to 25 applications every quarter, a pace that is unique within the U.S. healthcare environment. The executive emphasized that many other vendors might only be able to archive a single application in several months, which showcases Clearsense’s superiority in managing such extensive projects effectively.

KLAS's research underscores that the health system chose Clearsense not just for its capabilities but also due to its role as a strategic partner. Clearsense continuously offers support throughout the application lifecycle, data archiving processes, and enterprise integrations. The health system's executive explained further, saying, "Clearsense is integral to our process, supporting us from the disposal of each application to the final archival phase, ensuring smooth extraction and data ingestion into the 1Clearsense archive."

Remarkably, the health system saw positive returns on their investment almost immediately, achieving a ROI within the first quarter after the implementation went live. The efficiency gained allows for the ongoing decommissioning of superfluous applications, projected to save over $100 million annually in operational costs.

Jason Z. Rose, CEO of Clearsense, stated that this case study illustrates what can be accomplished when healthcare systems prioritize application rationalization. He also pointed out the urgent need for leaders within the healthcare sector to enhance their focus on active archiving amidst anticipated Medicaid funding cuts and rising operational costs. Analysts suggest that a significant proportion of applications—between 20-30%—may be redundant or unnecessary. By methodically decommissioning these applications through an innovative supply chain program, healthcare organizations can swiftly cut costs, bolster security, and ensure unified access to critical data. This not only provides a rapid ROI but also lays the foundation for enhanced analytics, AI applications, and future advancements in the healthcare landscape.

Curious minds can view the complete KLAS Emerging Insights Case Study without any cost by visiting the Clearsense website.

About Clearsense

Established as a forward-thinking entity revitalizing healthcare data management, Clearsense leverages its 1Clearsense data enablement platform to integrate advanced resources and technologies. This cutting-edge, cloud-native solution allows healthcare organizations innate access to diverse data sources, enabling timely and effective decision-making. The adaptability of Clearsense has witnessed its acceptance across various healthcare institutions, from large integrated delivery networks and health systems to regional hospitals, academic medical research centers, payers, and life sciences. Through its commitment to optimizing digital information flows, Clearsense propels significant value, nurturing innovations, streamlining operations, and ultimately enhancing the quality of patient care while realizing substantial cost savings.

About KLAS

KLAS Research operates with a clear mission—to enhance healthcare through informative insights. Collaborating with thousands of healthcare professionals, KLAS gathers critical data to produce reports that improve vendor performance and assist organizations in navigating technological challenges in the healthcare domain. The KLAS research team covers pressing healthcare technology issues, presenting early insights on emerging technological solutions. By facilitating collaboration and measurement, KLAS fosters best practice adoption among healthcare providers.