The healthcare sector continues to advance in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, with one in every two organizations using these tools to improve efficiency and optimize their internal processes. This is revealed in the recent Ascendant Report on AI from Minsait, a subsidiary of Indra, which analyzes the level of AI adoption in private companies and public institutions.
Efficiency and Patient Relationship, Main Motivations
The report highlights that 50% of healthcare organizations consider efficiency and process optimization as the main reason for adopting artificial intelligence. Additionally, 41% of entities indicate that improving knowledge and patient relationships is a key motivation for implementing these technologies.
Use Cases in the Healthcare Sector
The study identifies the main use cases of AI in the healthcare sector. 76% of organizations have improved medical care and diagnosis through AI, using tools for automated detection of pneumothorax, pleural effusions, early identification of arthritis, and prediction of tumors through images. On the other hand, 58% of organizations use AI in the management of resources and hospital operations, ranging from predicting drug stockouts to scheduling shifts and managing hospital beds.
AI is also used for patient data management and analysis (58%), customer knowledge (40%), and cybersecurity (33%). In many cases, AI is able to analyze, draw conclusions, and identify patterns, significantly improving operational management and personalized care.
Strong Support from Senior Management
60% of surveyed organizations indicate that senior management strongly supports the use of artificial intelligence, recognizing the advantages it can bring to both business and patient experience. Antonio Martos López, Global Director of Health at Minsait, comments: “Organizations in the sector are focused on using AI to improve their operations, diagnosis, and disease prevention, as well as to enhance the patient experience and provide personalized care.”
Budget Priority and Workgroups
The report also reveals that 40% of companies have created medical workgroups to explore the possibilities of AI in the healthcare sector. Additionally, 60% of organizations allocate the necessary resources for AI development, and 70% estimate that their investments in this technology will increase significantly in the next two years.
Report Conclusions
The Ascendant Digital Maturity 2024 Report from Minsait, in its fifth edition, analyzes the context and level of AI adoption in more than 900 organizations in Spain and other countries, covering 15 different sectors of activity. This study provides a detailed view of the impact of AI on the healthcare sector and highlights the growing importance of these technologies in improving efficiency and patient care.
About Minsait
Minsait is the digital transformation and IT information subsidiary of the Indra Group. With extensive experience and specialization in advanced digital businesses, Minsait offers high-value-added services and tailored digital solutions, leading the new digitalization with advanced capabilities in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and other transformative technologies. In 2023, Minsait’s revenues reached 2.767 billion euros.
About Indra
Indra is a global leader in defense, aerospace, and technology, highlighted in digital transformation and IT in Spain and Latin America through Minsait. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Indra offers high-value-added products and operates in more than 140 countries. In 2023, Indra generated revenues of 4.343 billion euros and has more than 57,000 employees.
The adoption of AI in the healthcare sector promises to transform the way organizations operate and care for their patients, driving an era of unprecedented efficiency and personalization.