Sustainability in healthcare is no longer an option—it's a necessity. As environmental concerns grow, Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and surgeries are increasingly seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint, minimise waste, and operate more efficiently. Achieving these goals can seem daunting, but with the right tools, it's entirely possible. FPM Core, a comprehensive compliance platform, offers powerful features that not only ensure regulatory adherence but also pave the way for a more sustainable healthcare practice.

Why Sustainability Matters in Healthcare

Healthcare facilities, including PCNs and surgeries, have a significant environmental impact. From the use of single-use plastics to high energy consumption, the sector's environmental footprint is substantial. But sustainability in healthcare goes beyond just being eco-friendly. It also includes:

• Reducing Waste: Minimising unnecessary resources and materials to decrease environmental impact. 
• Enhancing Efficiency: Streamlining operations to reduce energy consumption and use resources more sensibly.
• Improving Patient Outcomes: Focusing on preventative care and education to reduce the need for resource-intensive treatments.

By adopting sustainable practices, healthcare providers can contribute to a healthier environment, reduce operational costs, and improve overall patient care.

How FPM Core Can Help Your PCN/Surgery Achieve Sustainability

FPM Core is designed with sustainability in mind, offering a range of features that help PCNs and surgeries operate more efficiently and reduce their environmental impact.

1. Achieve Zero-Paper Status

One of the most significant steps towards sustainability is reducing paper usage. FPM Core enables your practice to:

• Digitise Policies and Procedures: Access over 700 downloadable policies and procedures, including CQC SAF Framework policies, in a digital format, reducing the need for printed materials.
• Automate Documentation: Use digital tools to create, store, and manage all documentation electronically, eliminating paper waste.

2. Streamline Workforce Planning and Resource Management

Efficient workforce planning is crucial for sustainability. FPM Core helps you:

• Optimise Scheduling: Streamline staff scheduling to avoid overstaffing and underutilisation, which can cause unnecessary energy consumption.
• Manage Resources Effectively: Allocate resources more efficiently, reducing waste and ensuring that materials and energy are used where they are needed most.

3. Reduce Energy Consumption with Intuitive Workflows

By simplifying and automating workflows, FPM Core reduces the need for energy-intensive manual processes. The platform’s intuitive interface allows your team to:

• Work Smarter, Not Harder: Automate routine tasks, such as compliance monitoring and reporting, reducing the time and energy spent on administrative tasks.
• Access Information Anytime, Anywhere: Utilise cloud-based tools to access information remotely, cutting down on the need for physical office space and the associated energy costs.

4. Stay Informed with Notification-Driven Updates

Staying updated with the latest regulations and guidelines can often lead to printing new materials or attending in-person training sessions. FPM Core helps you stay compliant in a sustainable way by:

• Sending Digital Notifications: Receive real-time updates and notifications directly through the platform, reducing the need for printed updates or additional physical resources.
• Providing Online Training: Access training and updates online, cutting down on travel-related emissions and energy use.

5. Prepare for CQC Inspections Confidently and Sustainably

Preparation for CQC inspections often involves extensive documentation and data collection, which can be resource-intensive. With FPM Core, you can:

• Centralise Compliance Documentation: Keep all compliance-related documents in one digital location, reducing the need for multiple copies and printed materials.
• Generate Digital Reports: Produce inspection-ready reports electronically, eliminating the need for paper-based records.

6. Support for Multiple Frameworks

FPM Core’s flexibility allows you to support various frameworks without needing separate systems for each, which:

• Reduces System Overhead: Minimise the need for additional hardware and software, leading to lower energy consumption.
• Consolidates Efforts: Use a single platform to manage multiple compliance requirements, reducing the time and resources needed for compliance management.

Conclusion

Sustainability in healthcare is about more than just reducing waste—it's about creating a more efficient, patient-centred approach to care. FPM Core helps PCNs and surgeries take meaningful steps toward sustainability by digitising operations, optimising resource management, and reducing energy consumption. By integrating these practices into your daily operations, your practice can significantly reduce its environmental impact while also enhancing efficiency and patient care.

Making your PCN or surgery more sustainable doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With FPM Core, you have a powerful partner in your journey toward a greener, more efficient, and compliant healthcare practice.

Book your demo today here or contact us for an informal chat about how Core can help you.