2) Costs and ROI for Monolithic vs. Best of Breed EPRs
Understanding Costs The cost of implementing and maintaining an EPR system is a significant factor for NHS ICBs. It's essential to conduct a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis to inform decision-making. 2. 1 Monolithic EPR Costs Initial Implementation: Software licensing: Typically a one-time or tiered fee based on user numbers. Hardware infrastructure: Servers, storage, network equipment. Implementation services: Project management, consultancy, training. Data migration: Extracting and transferring data from legacy systems. Ongoing Costs: Software maintenance and support: Regular updates, bug fixes, technical assistance. Hardware maintenance: Server upkeep, network support. Staff training: Regular updates for system changes. Licensing fees: Annual or recurring fees for software usage. 2.2 Best of Breed EPR Costs Initial Implementation: Software licensing: Multiple licenses for different systems. Hardw...