Digital transformation with the Hoobox OR© system: Optimising efficiency in the surgical theatre of a Brazilian hospital.

IF 1 Q3 SURGERY

Journal of perioperative practice Pub Date : 2025-06-19 DOI:10.1177/17504589251346635

Natalia Barbosa Ferreira de Moura, Leticia Costa Rinaldi, Cristina Silva Sousa

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Abstract

Introduction: The Hoobox OR© system is a digital automation platform designed to optimise communication and workflow efficiency in the operating theatre.

Purpose: This study specifically seeks to assess the level of process automation achieved with the implementation of the Hoobox OR© system.

Methods: This is a descriptive study conducted from August to November 2024 in a large private hospital in Brazil. Data were collected via process mapping and business intelligence reports.

Results: The implementation of the Hoobox OR© system significantly reduced communication inefficiencies and optimised workflow in the surgical theatre. The number of telephone calls per request decreased from an average of two to three calls to a single digital action, while the time required to request and receive materials was reduced to an average of 15 minutes across all departments. In addition, automated task coordination improved theatre turnover, minimising delays, and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Conclusion: The adoption of the Hoobox OR© system in the operating theatre, through digital communication and process automation, significantly reduced response times and minimised rework, enhancing operational efficiency. Innovative technologies reinforce automation as a key strategy for continuous improvement in the surgical environment.

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Hoobox OR©系统的数字化转型：优化巴西一家医院手术室的效率。

简介：Hoobox OR©系统是一个数字自动化平台，旨在优化手术室的通信和工作流程效率。目的：本研究旨在评估Hoobox OR©系统实现的过程自动化水平。方法：本研究为描述性研究，于2024年8月至11月在巴西一家大型私立医院进行。数据是通过流程映射和业务智能报告收集的。结果：Hoobox OR©系统的实施显著减少了沟通效率低下，优化了手术室的工作流程。每个请求的电话次数从平均两到三个电话减少到一个数字操作，而所有部门请求和接收材料所需的时间减少到平均15分钟。此外，自动化任务协调改善了战区周转，最大限度地减少了延误，并提高了整体作战效率。结论：手术室采用Hoobox OR©系统，通过数字化通信和流程自动化，显著缩短了响应时间，最大限度地减少了返工，提高了手术效率。创新技术加强了自动化作为持续改善手术环境的关键策略。

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Journal of perioperative practice Nursing-Medical and Surgical Nursing

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期刊介绍： The Journal of Perioperative Practice (JPP) is the official journal of the Association for Perioperative Practice (AfPP). It is an international, peer reviewed journal with a multidisciplinary ethos across all aspects of perioperative care. The overall aim of the journal is to improve patient safety through informing and developing practice. It is an informative professional journal which provides current evidence-based practice, clinical, management and educational developments for practitioners working in the perioperative environment. The journal promotes perioperative practice by publishing clinical research-based articles, literature reviews, topical discussions, advice on clinical issues, current news items and product information.