SMART MX Pro Series & Meeting Pro: Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

 

In an era where digital solutions are revolutionizing healthcare, the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust is stepping forward with the SMART MX Pro Series & Meeting Pro. This move signifies a significant shift from traditional methods to more integrated and interactive digital practices. In this video presented by SMART Technologies, key figures from the Trust shared insights on implementing these advanced technological tools in their operations.

The first segment of the video introduces Andy Dargue, the IT Infrastructure Project Manager, and his rationale behind continuing with SMART Technologies based on the Trust’s positive past experiences and the system’s robust capabilities. The Deputy Head of Occupational Therapy, Isla Pavey, reflects on the widespread use of the SMART boards across the trust, praising the feedback received and how the technology fulfills their needs.

In the following segment, Suzanne Ward, the Head Occupational Therapist, discusses the transformation from outdated paper and spreadsheet methods to the streamlined SMART board system, facilitating more accessible compilation and sharing of information. Dargue also sheds light on the strategic adoption of interactive technology, which improves educational engagements with university students and enhances room utility by allowing more dynamic interaction with PCs. This strategic integration of SMART technology showcases the Trust’s dedication to advancing healthcare innovatively.

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