As connectivity and data availability increase, so has our ability to eliminate unnecessary costs associated with owning assets. The shift from ownership to usage is happening in almost every sector.

For healthcare providers, paying for capital intensive assets like medical technology, devices, and IT infrastructure as they are used allows for more predictable budgeting and is better aligned with value-based payment models. Fleet management concepts, coupled with emerging usage-based models, offer a powerful means to:

• Keep equipment and technology current
• Maximize utilization
• Lower total cost of operation

Most importantly, usage-based payment structures enable healthcare providers to allocate capital where it will be the most impactful to patients – instead of tying up funds in depreciating assets.

This trends report examines how emerging consumer trends can be applied to help healthcare providers access advanced assets and improve the standard of care.