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From JCI 7th Edition to the 8th -From “Achieving Accreditation” to “Sustaining Global Standards”-
The JCI 8th Edition introduces stronger requirements for effectiveness, governance, and social accountability. Learn how accredited hospitals should approach renewal.

Afya Management and Innovation
Dec 30, 20253 min read


Optimizing Human Dock Service Menus Through Profitability Mapping
This article explains how to optimize human dock service menus using a profitability map that visualizes cost, revenue, and utilization. Learn how data-driven insights support sustainable healthcare management and service portfolio design.

Afya Management and Innovation
Dec 22, 20253 min read


Understanding Patient Satisfaction and Attrition Through Customer Data Analysis
This article explains how patient data—demographics, catchment areas, service usage, and time-series trends—reveals the key drivers of satisfaction and attrition. Discover how data-driven insights strengthen decision-making and support service optimization and revenue growth.

Afya Management and Innovation
Dec 10, 20253 min read


Visit to Djibouti for the Opening Ceremony of the New AL-SHIFA Hospital
A reflection on attending the opening ceremony of AL-SHIFA Hospital in Djibouti. Insights on healthcare development in Africa and how JCI standards can support sustainable growth in quality and patient safety.

Afya Management and Innovation
Nov 25, 20254 min read


What Data Reveals About Medical Institutions That Are Truly “Chosen”
This introductory article explores what makes medical institutions truly “chosen,” revealing how data-driven insights transform healthcare management from intuition to confident, evidence-based decision-making.

Afya Management and Innovation
Nov 24, 20253 min read


Strategies for Expanding Revenue through Comprehensive Health Checkups
A strategic approach to enhancing the profitability of medical checkup (comprehensive health checkups) services and achieving sustainable healthcare management. Designed for executives seeking data-driven, actionable management insights.

Afya Management and Innovation
Nov 2, 20254 min read


The True Value of JCI Lies Not in the Survey, But in the Preparation
The true value of JCI accreditation lies not in the survey itself but in the preparation process. Learn how hospitals can turn JCI readiness into a strategy that enhances both patient safety and financial performance.

Afya Management and Innovation
Oct 24, 20251 min read


Insights from a Hospital Director: The True Value of JCI Accreditation and Future Challenges
As more hospitals reconsider maintaining JCI accreditation amid financial strain, this article explores insights from a hospital director on the true value of JCI and the path to align clinical quality with sustainable management.

Afya Management and Innovation
Sep 16, 20252 min read


JCI 8th Edition, The New Standard “Health Care Technology (HCT)”— Adapting to Emerging Technologies in Healthcare —
The JCI 8th Edition introduces the new “Health Care Technology (HCT)” standard, addressing cybersecurity and digital transformation in healthcare. Learn how HCT helps hospitals strengthen safety and resilience in the digital era.

Afya Management and Innovation
Sep 5, 20252 min read


The New Global Health Impact (GHI) Standard in JCI 8th Edition
Global Health Impact (GHI) is a new part of JCI’s 8th Edition (but surveys conducted before January 1, 2026 will not affect accreditation decisions). Learn how the GHI standard applies to accreditation/reaccreditation.

Afya Management and Innovation
Aug 30, 20252 min read


Integrating Quality and Management: JCI as a Driver for Sustainable Healthcare
JCI accreditation demonstrates global standards for healthcare quality and patient safety. This article explains how hospitals can use JCI’s QI and KPI frameworks to enhance both clinical quality and financial performance.

Afya Management and Innovation
Aug 18, 20252 min read


Can Small Clinics Achieve JCI Accreditation?
Even small, privately owned clinics can achieve JCI accreditation. Learn how JCI’s flexible framework supports diverse healthcare facilities and discover the key benefits and considerations for small clinics.

Afya Management and Innovation
Aug 5, 20252 min read


Why JCI Accreditation, and Why Now? – Building Quality Healthcare and Sustainable Management
JCI accreditation represents global standards for patient safety and healthcare quality. This column explores the true value of JCI accreditation, its benefits and challenges, and how hospitals can use it as a tool to enhance both quality and sustainable management.

Afya Management and Innovation
Jul 30, 20253 min read
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