Along with many governmental policy issues which we will learn more about later in the semester, the healthcare economic landscape is driving healthcare organizations to improve efficiency, promote quality and reduce costs through the use of technology.

Smart technologies such as bar coding, patient smart rooms, radio frequency identifiers (RFID), smart pumps, IPad/personal assistive devices for use at the bedside and robotics have been implemented in many settings. Discuss an example of a smart technology that has been implemented in your setting. Explain the technology, the vendor and the impact on care.