Transforming Healthcare Operations
Introduction
Effective resource, project, and financial management is essential for providing high-quality patient care in the ever-changing healthcare landscape. This case study dives into the design and implementation of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system specifically for the healthcare industry. The ERP system includes modules such as buy requisitions, receiving, project management, user management, proposal management, client invoices, task management, and time entries, which were built with ASP.NET Core, Angular, Bootstrap, and SQL Server.

Client Overview:
Our customer is a medium-sized healthcare institution looking to streamline processes, improve project management, and increase financial transparency. They saw the need for a complete ERP system that combines several modules to centralize data management, automate workflows, and improve resource allocation.
Project Goals:
- Create a flexible ERP system that is adapted to the specific needs of the healthcare business.
- Implement key modules such as buy requisitions, receiving, project management, user management, proposal management, client invoices, task management, and time entries.
- Ensure that components are seamlessly integrated and interoperable to allow for effective data transmission.
- Create an intuitive user interface that allows for simple navigation and interaction.
- Ensure that the ERP system is scalable, secure, and performant.
Technologies Used:
- ASP.NET Core : Selected for its robustness, cross-platform compatibility, and extensive libraries for web development.
- Angular : Chosen for its dynamic capabilities in building interactive user interfaces and handling complex data.
- Bootstrap : for responsive design and consistent UI elements across different devices.
- SQL Server : Selected for its reliability, scalability, and advanced features for database management.

Development Process
- Requirement Analysis : The project team collaborated closely with stakeholders to gather and prioritize requirements for each module.
- Architecture Design : A modular architecture was designed to ensure flexibility and scalability. The frontend was developed using Angular for dynamic user interfaces, while the backend services were built with ASP.NET Core, ensuring robustness and performance.
- Database Design : The database schema was designed using SQL Server, considering data integrity, performance, and scalability requirements.
- Database Design : The database schema was designed using SQL Server, considering data integrity, performance, and scalability requirements.
Module Development
- Purchase Requisitions : Developed a module for creating and managing purchase requisitions, including approval workflows and budget tracking.
- Project Management : Implemented project management functionalities such as task assignment, progress tracking, and resource allocation.
- User Management : Developed user management features for role-based access control, user authentication, and permissions management.
- Proposal Management : Created a module for managing project proposals, including creation, review, and approval processes.
- Client Invoices : : Implemented features for generating client invoices based on project milestones, expenses, and time entries.
- Task Management : : Developed task management functionalities for assigning, tracking, and prioritizing tasks within projects.
- Time Entries : Created a module for employees to log billable hours, track project-related activities, and generate time-based reports.

Integration and Testing
Modules were integrated to ensure seamless data flow and interoperability. Comprehensive testing, including unit tests, integration tests, and user acceptance tests, was conducted to validate functionality and identify and resolve any issues.
Deployment
The ERP system was deployed on-premises infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability.
Outcome:
- The successful implementation of the ERP system brought several benefits to the healthcare organization:
- Streamlined operations and improved efficiency through automation of workflows and centralization of data.
- Enhanced project management capabilities, leading to better resource allocation, cost control, and timely delivery of projects.
- Improved financial transparency and accountability through accurate tracking of expenses, invoices, and budget utilization.
- Increased user satisfaction with an intuitive and user-friendly interface that simplifies navigation and interaction.
- Scalable and robust architecture that accommodates future growth and technological advancements.
