Contents

Section 1: Executive Summary

Introduction

Types of Networks

Drivers and Benefits

Devices Currently in Use

Technology Strategies and Budgets

Architecture and Network Management

Tools and Technologies

Methodology

Section 2: Demographics

Types of Organizations

Hospital-Based Care Providers

Non-Hospital-Based Care Providers

Health Plans

Executives and Professionals

Base Numbers for Survey Respondents

Section 3: Overview of Wireless Technologies Currently in Use

Introduction

Types of Wireless Technologies in Use

Wireless Drivers and Benefits

Improvements Attributed to Wireless

Wireless Devices Currently in Use

Changes in Usage of Wireless Tools and Devices

Section 4: Wireless Technology Budgets and Strategies

Introduction

Wireless Budgets and Projects

Wireless Meets Strategic Goals

Wireless Tools for Clinicians

Clinical Documentation

Strategies for Handheld Distribution to Clinicians

Section 5: Wireless Network Management

Architecture and Wireless Installations

Access and Interference Issues

Security and Wireless Networks

Strategies for Handheld Distribution to Clinicians

Challenges to Implementing and Expanding Wireless Technologies

Section 6: Wireless Tools and Technologies

Wireless Computers

Computers on Wheels/Workstations on Wheels

Personal Handheld Tools and Devices

Point-of-Care Devices

Identification, Tracking, and Security Devices

Communication Tools and Technologies

VoIP

Cell Phones and Smart Phones

Telehealth Services

Appendices

Appendix A: Verbatim Responses

Appendix B: Organizations Mentioned and Companies Cited in Report

Appendix C: List of Charts and Tables

Trends in Wireless Healthcare Technologies Index