#4

Choosing the

Right Devices

and Features

Deciding what hardware to buy is
a significant challenge for home
health CIOs because it's a difficult balancing act.

Choosing the Right Devices and Features

Deciding what hardware to buy is a significant challenge for home health CIOs because it's a difficult balancing act. Cost is a top concern, but a cheaper device isn't necessarily cheaper if it breaks often or isn't powerful enough. The user experience is important, too, when it's difficult to attract and retain workers. CIOs must find equipment that gives workers the tools they need to be as productive as possible without busting the budget.

So, how do you find the right balance between cost and quality?

Start with the necessary features.

Having a checklist of "must-haves" helps you quickly eliminate some choices and better evaluate others.

Will the device work as a barcode scanner for items like patient medication?
Will caregivers need mobile printers for patient instructions or labeling?
Is the device's camera good enough for getting the images required for advanced wound care?
Will it run all the applications your organization uses? Is the processing power and connectivity good enough that there won't be delays?
Are there AI features like real-time translation that make working with patients whose first language is not English easier?

Another consideration is lifecycle timing. How soon will you have to replace devices? What new technology do you anticipate, and will your device choice run that technology? Cheaper devices may need to be replaced sooner, but that might fit with your strategic plans.

How Stratix Can Help

Stratix has deep expertise in home health, and our team is always available to consult with you on your challenges. We've seen a lot, and we're up to speed on all the latest technology, so we can talk you through what we know works and what we know doesn't. We partner with all the leading OEMs and software providers, and that makes us completely agnostic in our recommendations.

From picking hardware to multi-carrier connectivity and lone worker safety solutions, we can help you find exactly what's needed for your organization. We also offer industry-leading support, UEM management, and complete device lifecycle services—including spare pool.

The home healthcare industry faces many challenges, but mobile technology can help if it's done right. Reach out today for our expert analysis.