January 9, 2018 – Remember the 2003 book (and later film adaptation in 2011) by Michael Lewis that brought the hype of big data analysis to the sentimental game of baseball? For many, Moneyball opened their eyes to the possibilities and valuable insights that were waiting to be unlocked by predictive analytics, sparking an obsession with…
December 14, 2017 – “Big data” is a buzzword these days. Ever wonder what that means in healthcare? In this Huffington Post feature, Avantas president Jackie Larson explains how advanced analytics can churn raw data into meaningful and actionable insights for provider organizations to stay ahead of the curve. Click here to read the article in The…
November 8, 2017 – Jackie Larson shares four tips to help you lead others through new initiatives and ensure a smoother process and a more successful outcome. Click here to read the article in The Huffington Post.
October 17, 2017 – Data analytics are doing big things in healthcare. But how do we make sense of all that data to drive actionable improvements? Jackie Larson discusses how approaching analytics with empathy guides healthcare organizations to impactful results. Click here to read the article in The Huffington Post.
September 18, 2017 – Provider organizations are making efforts to monitor and improve the patient experience. In this article, Jackie Larson discusses how predictive analytics can help improve the patient experience by accurately forecasting staffing needs months in advance of a shift, ensuring the right provider is in the right place at the right time. Click…
August 14, 2017 – In this article, Jackie Larson discusses the topic of staff dissatisfaction and burnout and how the use of predictive analytics in the scheduling process can greatly reduce it. Click here to read the article in The Huffington Post.
October 14, 2016 – Jackie Larson offers perspective on the findings from the AMN Healthcare and Avantas survey, “Predictive Analytics in Healthcare 2016.” Click here to read the article from the Huffington Post.