--- title: Blog | Axel Health | self check-in description: self check-in | Read expert perspectives on leveraging digital solutions and optimizing healthcare operations. --- [![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 ## [How to ensure patient flow cost savings deliver and keep growing](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/how-to-ensure-patient-flow-savings-deliver-and-keep-growing) Author [Ilari Laaksonen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/ilari-laaksonen) Aug 29, 2025 2:42:11 PM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/Hoitaja_koneella_uoma.png) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/how-to-ensure-patient-flow-savings-deliver-and-keep-growing) How do you ensure that the benefits of patient flow management move from spreadsheets to daily operations? [Healthcare digitalization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/how-can-healthcare-organizations-make-the-best-use-of-digital-tools) can significantly reduce friction between patients and the care process, but achieving lasting cost savings depends on how well it is implemented in everyday work. This blog explores how quick wins, bold process redesign, and data-driven management ensure that your investment pays for itself within months. ###### 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) [mobile check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-check-in) [patient experience](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/patient-experience) [treatment path](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/treatment-path) [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) [digitalization in healthcare](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/digitalization-in-healthcare) [lead time](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/lead-time) [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) [cost savings](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/cost-savings) [Axel Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-encounter) [Axel Mobile Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-mobile-encounter) [data-driven leadership](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/data-driven-leadership) [mobile self check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-self-check-in) ###### 4 minutes ## [Where do the biggest savings in patient flow management come from?](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/where-do-the-biggest-savings-in-patient-flow-management-come-from) Author [Ilari Laaksonen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/ilari-laaksonen) May 15, 2025 3:01:30 PM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/Hoitaja_koneella.png) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/where-do-the-biggest-savings-in-patient-flow-management-come-from) Where do the most significant financial benefits of [patient flow management](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/axel-encounter?hsLang=en) actually come from? While self-check-in is the most visible change, the greatest savings potential lies in clinical work and eliminating wasted time. This blog analyzes how Axel Encounter cuts reception routines to 17 seconds, removes the "hidden workload" of clinical staff, and leverages data to optimize space efficiency and resource allocation. ###### 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) [mobile check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-check-in) [patient experience](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/patient-experience) [treatment path](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/treatment-path) [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) [digitalization in healthcare](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/digitalization-in-healthcare) [lead time](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/lead-time) [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) [cost savings](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/cost-savings) [Axel Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-encounter) [Axel Mobile Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-mobile-encounter) [self check-in kiosk](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-check-in-kiosk) [mobile self check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-self-check-in) ###### 3 minutes ## [Why self-service payments make sense in healthcare](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/why-self-service-payments-make-sense-in-healthcare) Author [Ilari Laaksonen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/ilari-laaksonen) Feb 6, 2024 12:47:42 PM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/Payment_contactlesspayment_small-2.png) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/why-self-service-payments-make-sense-in-healthcare) Digital transformation in healthcare means providing practical tools that simplify the daily work of professionals. Self-service kiosks reduce check-in times to as little as 17 seconds, streamlining the patient journey from the moment they walk in. When a self-service kiosk also supports independent payments, you remove bottlenecks and allow staff to focus on high-value patient care rather than routine administration. ###### Topics: [self-service](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service) [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) [digitalization in healthcare](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/digitalization-in-healthcare) [payment](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/payment) [self-service solution](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service-solution) [Axel Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-encounter) [Axel Mobile Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-mobile-encounter) [self check-in kiosk](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-check-in-kiosk) [mobile self check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-self-check-in) ###### 3 minutes ## [The role of automation in emergency departments post-triage](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/the-role-of-automation-in-emergency-departments-post-triage) Author [Ilari Laaksonen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/ilari-laaksonen) Jun 19, 2023 10:29:45 AM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/Blogi/Infonaytto_sisaankutsu%20(1).png) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/the-role-of-automation-in-emergency-departments-post-triage) [Healthcare digitalization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/how-can-healthcare-organizations-make-the-best-use-of-digital-tools) plays a key role in solving the biggest challenge in emergency departments after triage: guiding patients smoothly to the next stage of care. Digital tools automate patient calling processes and waiting room communication, eliminating the need for staff to spend time searching for patients in lobbies and hallways. This improves patient throughput and gives healthcare professionals the peace of mind to focus on valuable clinical care  ###### Topics: [self-service](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service) [Axel system](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-system) [mobile check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-check-in) [patient experience](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/patient-experience) [treatment path](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/treatment-path) [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) [digitalization in healthcare](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/digitalization-in-healthcare) [automation](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/automation) [self-service solution](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service-solution) [emergency unit](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/emergency-unit) [triage](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/triage) [Axel Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-encounter) ###### 5 minutes ## [How to enhance patient experience in emergency care with automation](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/how-automation-can-help-emergency-units-improve-efficiency-and-patient-experience) Author [Ilari Laaksonen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/ilari-laaksonen) Apr 24, 2023 3:20:40 PM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/raahe1.png) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/how-automation-can-help-emergency-units-improve-efficiency-and-patient-experience) How can emergency unit visits be accelerated? [Healthcare digitalization](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/10-methods-to-enhance-treatment-experience-with-automation) and automation provide the answer: they streamline patient flow, reduce manual work, and improve the patient experience by offering clear guidance from the entrance. Automation can reduce check-in times to an average of just 17 seconds, removing bottlenecks from critical care paths.  ###### Topics: [self-service](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service) [Axel system](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-system) [mobile check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-check-in) [patient experience](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/patient-experience) [treatment path](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/treatment-path) [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) [digitalization in healthcare](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/digitalization-in-healthcare) [automation](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/automation) [self-service solution](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service-solution) [emergency unit](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/emergency-unit) [Axel Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-encounter) [Axel Mobile Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-mobile-encounter) [Axel Planner](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-planner) [self check-in kiosk](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-check-in-kiosk) [mobile self check-in](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/mobile-self-check-in) ###### 4 minutes ## [Enhancing patient experience with a self-service kiosk](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/what-makes-an-outstanding-patient-experience-the-role-of-self-service-in-first-impressions) Author [Antti Tikkanen](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/author/antti-tikkanen) Mar 2, 2022 10:00:31 AM [![](https://www.axelhealth.com/hubfs/asiointipiste_omena.jpg) ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/what-makes-an-outstanding-patient-experience-the-role-of-self-service-in-first-impressions) What role does self-check-in play in a successful patient experience? A patient’s physical journey in the hospital often begins at a self-service kiosk. In this blog, we explore how accessibility, usability, and Finnish design excellence come together in [Axel Encounter's ](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/axel-encounter?hsLang=en)self-service kiosks. Learn how a human-centric interface and hygienic hardware design ensure a smooth and secure visit for all patient groups.  ###### 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) [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) [patient path](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/patient-path) [payment](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/payment) [self-service solution](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-service-solution) [Axel Encounter](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/axel-encounter) [self check-in kiosk](https://www.axelhealth.com/en/blog/tag/self-check-in-kiosk) [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)