Paper records delay clinical decision-making and drain NHS budgets.
Storing, retrieving and transporting paper records is a hidden cost that keeps adding up. From warehouse space and off-site transport to cluttered workspaces, paper-based systems are a financial burden on NHS Trusts.
In addition, the extra time it takes to locate and retrieve medical records (if they don’t get lost) means that appointments are postponed, decisions get delayed and patient care suffers.
At Flow Automated Intelligence we can help.
Digitisation without disruption
We already help NHS Trusts solve the problems of paper records through our simple, scalable and secure digitisation service.
We scan and structure your corporate and clinical paper records, making them instantly accessible.
What’s more, Flow can digitise your paper records without disrupting frontline operations. There’s no need for staff retraining or new IT systems. Creating impact without hassle.
The result?
Cost savings across the board
Faster access to medical records
Less time spent on admin tasks
FOI and SAR requests made easy
Less paperwork and more patient care
Start small - scale smart.
Flow’s flexible approach lets you begin with high-usage records, like those linked to upcoming appointments or stored off-site. This allows you to make immediate savings and build a scalable, future-proof solution.
We manage the whole process to make sure it meets your needs:
Consultation to define volumes, priorities and timelines
Secure collection and transport by experienced, vetted Flow team members
High accuracy scanning and data capture
Integration with your existing EPR system
Flexible pricing models available to alleviate budget challenges and demonstrate ROI
Delivering value in the NHS
Flow recently worked with an NHS Trust in North West England to digitise 25 million corporate and clinical records dating back more than 25 years. These files were stored across multiple sites, many of which were in a poor condition.
Flow collected, scanned and structured every document – all 9,000 boxes – delivering a seamless transition from paper to digital with no frontline service disruption.
And the result?
Seamless transition from paper to digital with no frontline service disruption
Increased security – including a detailed audit trail of electronic information
Corporate and clinical staff can access the records they need immediately
Significant reduction in ongoing monthly storage costs
Office space reclaimed and uncluttered working environment
FOI requests managed more efficiently
Staff are more productive
Beyond cost savings
Flow Automated Intelligence delivers more than just cost savings. Digitising your paper records also boosts compliance and performance.
All files are tracked, processed securely and handled in line with GDPR and NHS governance standards. Your teams get faster access to structured information, with full audit trails for every document.
Digital records also support NHS transformation priorities. They lay the groundwork for integration, automation and improved reporting, moving your Trust closer to national digital goals.