KIST Medical College and Teaching Hospital Upgrades to HPE ProLiant Gen11 Servers with Failover System

Background

KIST Medical College and Teaching Hospital (KISTMCTH), located in Imadol, Lalitpur, Nepal, is a premier healthcare institution known for its commitment to high-quality medical education and patient care. As a growing institution, the increasing demands of academic and medical operations, including electronic health records (EHR)and diagnostic systems, required a robust and scalable IT infrastructure.

However, their current IT systems faced challenges such as insufficient scalability, potential system downtime, and data security risks. To address these issues, KISTMCTH partnered with OM Networks, a trusted IT solutions provider, to design and implement a reliable, high-performance server infrastructure.

Challenges

Scalability

KISTMCTH's legacy technology faced challenges in keeping up with the growing need for scalable academic and medical data solutions.

Risk of System Downtime

The absence of a failover system posed significant risks, as hardware failures could disrupt operations critical to patient care and education.

Data Security and Compliance

Handling sensitive healthcare data required a secure infrastructure compliant with regulations such as HIPAA.

Performance Bottlenecks

Increasing data loads affected processing speeds and retrieval times, hindering efficiency in medical environments.

Solution by OM Networks

To overcome these challenges, OM Networks implemented a cutting-edge solution based on HPE Gen11 Servers:

1. HPE ProLiant Gen11 Servers

• Equipped with high-performance processors, scalable memory, and faster storage.
• Superior energy efficiency, reducing operational costs.
• Designed for high reliability to handle large volumes of medical data.

2. Failover System

• High-availability cluster configuration ensures automatic failover during server failure.
• Real-time data replication prevents data loss and guarantees uninterrupted access.

3. Enhanced Security

• Firewall protecting against unauthorized access, preventing cyber threats, and ensuring secure data transfer across networks.
• Regular security audits ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.

4. Scalable Storage Solutions

• Expandable storage systems to accommodate growing data needs.
• Seamless integration with the failover system for uninterrupted data access.

5. Data Backup and Disaster Recovery

• Automatic data backups with rapid restoration capabilities.
• Disaster recovery systems minimize disruptions during catastrophic events.

Results and Benefits

Improved System Reliability

Near-zero downtime ensures continuous access to critical applications and data.

Enhanced Security and Compliance

Strengthened data protection and adherence to healthcare regulations.

Scalability for Future Growth

Flexible infrastructure supports the hospital’s growing data and operational demands.

Cost Efficiency

Energy-efficient servers and reduced downtime lower operational costs.

Faster Data Access

Optimized performance enables quicker access to patient records and diagnostic information, enhancing care quality.

Client Testimonial

"OM Networks has been a game-changer for us. Their solution to upgrade our IT infrastructure with HPE Gen11 Servers and a failover system has drastically improved our operational efficiency and reliability. We can now rest assured that our critical systems will be available when needed most, and our data is secure. We are extremely satisfied with their service and the impact it has had on our day-to-day operations."

-Amish Pathak, Chief Operating Officer, KIST Medical College and Teaching Hospital

Conclusion

The collaboration between KIST Medical College and Teaching Hospital and OM Networks showcases how tailored IT solutions can transform healthcare operations. Upgrading to HPE Gen11 Servers and implementing a failover system has significantly enhanced system reliability, security, and scalability, enabling the hospital to deliver superior patient care and operational efficiency.

This success story underscores the importance of modern IT infrastructure in meeting the complex demands of healthcare institutions.