A Comparison of the Initial Costs of Hospital Information Systems using Virtualization Technology

Abstract

 We have adopted a platform virtualization technology as an operational environment for 30 computers that are providing server functions, in implementing hospital information systems. The platform virtualization is a technology that enables to provide multiple virtualized computers on a single physical computer. As multiple computers are integrated efficiently, it is expected to reduce initial costs and operational costs of information systems. We report the results of selection processes and cost analysis of virtualization technology. Advantages and problems of using virtualization technology in hospital information systems were discussed.