--- title: Blog | Axel Health | resource management (2) description: resource management | Read expert perspectives on leveraging digital solutions and optimizing healthcare operations. (2) --- [![Axel Health](https://www.axelhealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/Vere_AxelHealth_www_logo.png?width=139&height=100&name=Vere_AxelHealth_www_logo.png) ![Axel Health](https://www.axelhealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/Vere_AxelHealth_www_logo.png?width=139&height=100&name=Vere_AxelHealth_www_logo.png) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/?hsLang=en) [ Contact us ](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLnsi5fLGZR4S8M%2BNxgJQeA3VgHjqONtTnBXonenCFUVglDGCYa77eJHRMvCz83YMPHBD5E9pHxDhBIW7Nopm1oMGve2uYMukTV7blOA%2B96Zjd30h9lKwnpGHuFlhA%2BlSlxW3A9nrwHeia%2FWYn6sX9TQ5DIG10WTbx%2BQm7qOyaVZeRDhujHFE7nbuM%3D&portalId=6961592) ###### 3 minutes ## [4 excellent reasons to replace Excel in healthcare resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/four-excellent-reasons-to-replace-excel-in-healthcare-resource-management) Author [Ilari Laaksonen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/ilari-laaksonen) Jul 14, 2021 12:38:31 PM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/akseli-ammattilaisen-nakyma-uusi-ui-1.jpg) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/four-excellent-reasons-to-replace-excel-in-healthcare-resource-management) Why is Excel no longer enough for healthcare [resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/axel-planner?hsLang=en) and [resource optimization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/resource-optimization-isnt-rocket-science-but-the-results-can-transform-everyday-operations)? While spreadsheets are flexible, they lack support for large user groups, algorithmic optimization, and seamless traceability. Today, healthcare planning demands a level of dynamism that only automated planning and modern operational planning systems can provide. Discover four critical reasons why it’s time to move from manual Excel sheets to the intelligent Axel Planner solution.  ###### Topics: [resource management](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-management) [optimization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/optimization) [healthcare resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/healthcare-resource-planning) [healthcare service production](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/healthcare-service-production) [Axel Planner](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-planner) [resource optimization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-optimization) [resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-planning) ###### 3 minutes ## [Excel is dead, long live Axel! Elevate healthcare resource management](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/excel-is-dead-long-live-axel) Author [Ilari Laaksonen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/ilari-laaksonen) Jul 12, 2020 9:26:02 AM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/Kuvat/palvelutori-iso-omena.jpg) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/excel-is-dead-long-live-axel) Is the "Excel roulette" still the most efficient way to manage healthcare resources? This blog explores the three levels of [healthcare resource planning ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/four-excellent-reasons-to-replace-excel-in-healthcare-resource-management)– strategic, tactical, and operational – and how Axel Planner replaces manual spreadsheets with real-time visibility into staff, space, and equipment.  ###### Topics: [resource management](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-management) [optimization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/optimization) [healthcare resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/healthcare-resource-planning) [healthcare service production](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/healthcare-service-production) [digitalization in healthcare](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/digitalization-in-healthcare) [automation](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/automation) [Axel Planner](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-planner) [resource optimization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-optimization) [resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-planning) ###### 5 minutes ## [Benefits of automation: From room planning to patient flow management](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/10-methods-to-enhance-treatment-experience-with-automation) Author [Ilari Laaksonen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/ilari-laaksonen) Jul 12, 2020 8:58:12 AM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/Kuvat/lastensairaala-case-aula.jpg) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/10-methods-to-enhance-treatment-experience-with-automation) How can automation save up to 90% of check-in processing time? The core of healthcare digitalization is reducing repetitive tasks so professionals can focus on care instead of bureaucracy. In this article, we list 10 key methods – from self-service kiosks to AI-based demand forecasting – that improve flow efficiency, optimize [resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/axel-planner?hsLang=en), and create a smoother patient experience.  ###### Topics: [patient flow management](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/patient-flow-management) [self-service](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service) [resource management](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-management) [mobile check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-check-in) [patient experience](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/patient-experience) [self check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-check-in) [self-service kiosk](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service-kiosk) [optimization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/optimization) [healthcare resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/healthcare-resource-planning) [healthcare service production](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/healthcare-service-production) [digitalization in healthcare](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/digitalization-in-healthcare) [payment](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/payment) [automation](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/automation) [self-service solution](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service-solution) [room planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/room-planning) [Axel Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-encounter) [Axel Planner](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-planner) [room management](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/room-management) [resource optimization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-optimization) [resource planning](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/resource-planning) [All articles](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/all) ##### Contact information Contact information Axel Health Linnoitustie 3, 3rd floor 02600 Espoo, Finland info@axelhealth.com ##### Quick links Quick links ##### Sign up for our newsletter Sign up for our newsletter [**](https://www.facebook.com/Axel-Health-Global-114350623682411)[**](https://www.instagram.com/axelhealthsolutions)[**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/axel-health-global) [![pupu](https://www.axelhealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/pupu.png?width=174&height=136&name=pupu.png "pupu")](https://www.axelhealth.com?hsLang=en) Copyright © 2020 Axel Health ** ![](https://px.ads.linkedin.com/collect/?pid=2628873&fmt=gif)