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The healthcare industry faces mounting pressure from rising costs, evolving regulations and the shift to value-based care. At the same time, it must navigate workforce shortages, aging populations, data privacy concerns and the need for rapid digital transformation—all while maintaining high-quality patient outcomes.
20-30%
reduction in administrative costs
up to 30%
increase in supply chain efficiency
30%
reduction in inventory
Overview
Overview
Five key challenges facing the Healthcare industry in the US that are driving the need for innovation and change.
Regulatory compliance & changing healthcare policies :
Healthcare organizations face constant pressure to keep up with evolving regulations and shifting policies. Staying compliant requires ongoing monitoring, strong governance and adaptable systems to manage risk and avoid disruptions.
Cost management & efficiency :
Healthcare providers face rising costs and growing demand, pushing them to improve efficiency. Streamlining operations and adopting cost-effective technologies are key to maintaining care quality on tighter budgets.
Talent acquisition & retention :
Workforce shortages, high turnover and intense competition for skilled professionals are major challenges for the industry. Attracting and retaining talent requires investment in employee well-being, competitive compensation and career development opportunities.
Supply chain disruptions :
Healthcare organizations face ongoing supply chain disruptions, from medical supply shortages to delayed equipment deliveries. These challenges highlight the need for more resilient sourcing strategies, better inventory management and improved supplier visibility.
Innovation & digital transformation :
The healthcare industry faces significant digital transformation challenges, including outdated legacy systems, fragmented data and resistance to change. Integrating new technologies like AI, telehealth and electronic health records requires major investments, staff training and careful change management to ensure adoption and impact.
Why Horváth
Why Horváth
Horváth blends extensive healthcare sector expertise with proven consulting methodologies to partner with hospitals, health systems, payers and life-science organizations in navigating rapid change and delivering better patient outcomes. The consulting team—many with dual backgrounds in clinical operations and strategic advisory—drives end-to-end transformation across your organization.
The healthcare service portfolio is forward-looking and attuned to sector complexities. Leveraging industry benchmarks, best-practice frameworks and hands-on experience, client transformations are guided from strategic vision to measurable impact—enhancing care delivery, financial health and long-term resilience.
In an environment shaped by patient centricity, digital innovation and stringent regulation, clients are helped to:
- Reorient care models around patient needs and population-health objectives, embedding value-based approaches
- Streamline clinical and administrative processes - from revenue cycle and supply management to care coordination - for cost efficiency and quality
- Accelerate digital health adoption (telemedicine, AI-driven diagnostics, remote monitoring) to improve access, engagement and outcomes
- Ensure regulatory compliance and risk management across FDA, HIPAA and global standards, while preparing for evolving policy landscapes
- Optimize organizational design and talent strategies to foster agility, interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous performance improvement
Case studies
Case studies/testimonials
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Business strategy
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WHO
Humanitarian organization providing a wide range of social and medical services to those in need across Germany.
WHAT
The client was operating on an SAP R/3 system with outdated structures and inefficient processes, and required a new solution capable of supporting essential process improvements.
HOW
We supported our client through a comprehensive S/4HANA implementation that necessitated a transformation of their business model, including accounting, reporting, controlling, etc. and all system interfaces.
WHO
One of Germany's largest statutory health insurance providers, offering comprehensive medical coverage and personalized services.
WHAT
The client required greater transparency in its reporting system, as top management needed more accurate and reliable information to effectively steer the organization.
HOW
We supported our client in developing a comprehensive BI strategy and reporting framework, which involved defining the system architecture, identifying data sources, establishing key performance indicators, and laying the foundation for a company-wide business intelligence solution.
WHO
Governmental body in the Middle East, responsible for developing and implementing health policies, regulating the healthcare sector.
WHAT
The client required a transparent sustainability reporting system to meet investor demands.
HOW
We supported our client in establishing a sustainability reporting system, which involved harmonizing data sources, defining key performance indicators (KPIs) and developing a corporate dashboard.
WHO
Germany's oldest and largest statutory health insurance providers.
WHAT
The client needed to identify cost optimization opportunities within the organization while simultaneously increasing the number of insurance contracts.
HOW
We supported our client in further optimizing their service organization by enhancing operational efficiency, increasing customer reach, improving transparency and strengthening cost management.
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