How to improve efficiency and effectiveness...
... in hospital processes
CONTINUOUS INNOVATION WITH LEAN, SIX SIGMA, AGILE AND EXO
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WHY?
Rapid technological developments and changing patient needs require constant adaptation of hospital processes.
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WHAT?
A patient-centred, cross-cutting analysis of processes improves the efficiency, effectiveness and safety of the system.
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HOW?
There is no one-size-fits-all solution: you need to combine methodologies such as LEAN, AGILE and ExO to design the model you need.
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WHERE?
It must be applied in all types of centres. In laboratory processes, pharmaceuticals, surgery, medical equipment… In everything that generates an impact.
We encourage transformation by
innovative models by
focusing on people.
“APEX has advised us comprehensively with a specific methodology to identify the problems of the process and design the future action plan.”
“This is the first project in which we have applied this methodology and support has been essential."
“Thanks to APEX for introducing us to the Lean Six Sigma methodology in a simple and effective way, involving the whole service in continuous improvement.”
CRITICAL PATIENT PROCESS
Synchronization of critical patient flows, reducing non-productive times and the impact on bed occupancy, while improving patient safety.
WHAT WE DO
We support you in the process of identifying opportunities, in the design of future alternatives and during the implementation of solutions.
RESULTS
PIXEL® is the health process change management framework that, when applied systematically, achieves verifiable improvements.
SAFETY
Reducing interruptions in process execution
EFFICIENCY
Removing operations that do not add value to the patient or to the organization
EFFECTIVENESS
Defining processes on the basis of the patient’s needs
PRODUCTIVITY
Redefining process activities by relocating operations to the most appropriate point
EMPOWERMENT
Involvement of practitioners in the design of autonomous teams
SINGLE-DOSE PHARMACY
Developing medicines management processes to improve safety, efficacy and to accommodate patient needs.
WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US
We are backed by innovative leaders transforming their organizations to improve the safety, efficiency and effectiveness of their processes.
Dr. Emilio Campos
Head of Pharmacy Service
Hospital SAS La Línea
“The APEX team has advised us using a precise methodology in which all staff are involved to see the overall composition of the work circuits, the points where errors or inefficiencies can occur, and an action plan to improve both safety and efficiency.”
Dra. Ana Álvarez
Head of Pharmacy Service
Hospital Ramón y Cajal
“The training sessions have been very practical, and we have been able to apply ‘theory’ and practice in a parallel, agile and very enjoyable way. This project has been spectacularly motivating for our team and its professionals. Thank you Apex, for your dedication, involvement, accessibility and empathy with people.”
Dra. Ana Mª Horta
Head of Pharmacy Service
Hospital Universitario Guadalajara
“In the service we are convinced of the usefulness of these systems. Thanks to Apex for introducing us to the Lean Six Sigma methodology in a simple and effective way, involving the entire Pharmacy Service team in defining the work systems of the future.”
We are not dogmatic: We combine reference methodologies such as LEAN, AGILE and ExO to design the model you need.
INVENTORY OPTIMIZATION
Medication inventory analysis considering patient profile, supply frequencies and consumptions in order to design a future strategy.
METHODOLOGY
PIXEL® combines reference methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Agile and ExO to innovate your processes.
PRIORITIZE
Without clear priorities, it is not possible to set a target for improvement
IMPULSE
Understanding the problem is the first step towards alternative solutions
X-PERIMENT!
The experimentation model is the key to continuous innovation
STANDARDIZE
Without a standardization of results, improvement is not sustainable over time.
LAUNCH
Scaling up solutions is only possible if the new way of working becomes routine
We transform processes, we don’t just explain what you can already find on Google.
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
We have training programmes and certifications for the development of innovation projects based on Lean, Six Sigma, ExO and Agile dynamics.