With the advancement of digitalization, the health sector has experienced significant changes and overcome various challenges, mainly in the areas of document management and handling sensitive data. In this scenario, a technology draws attention: the digital signature. In addition to the modernization of processes, the solution enhances their efficiency and security
In Brazil, the Law14.063/2020regulates the use of electronic signatures in interactions between individuals and private institutions with the Public Authority. With that, hospitals, clinics and laboratories that adopt this solution experience various advantages. Among them, we can highlight the elimination of paper use, that reduces operational costs and generates a lower environmental impact. According to a survey conducted by ZapSign, digital document signing startup, in your database, more than 400 million sheets of paper have been saved through the electronic signing of more than 40 million documents
Furthermore, there is a reduction in the waiting time for obtaining signatures and locating records, bringing a new agility to the services. We can also mention the increase in data security as a positive factor, since digital signatures also need to meet the specific compliance and regulatory requirements of the healthcare sector, ensuring that the signed documents comply with current legal standards. In Brazil, aGeneral Data Protection Law (GDPL)imposes strict requirements on the handling and storage of personal information
Getúlio Santos, founder and CEO ofZapSign, observe: "Digitalization in health is not just a temporary necessity, but a movement to improve the efficiency and safety of processes. The automation of workflows reduces the possibility of human errors, increasing the accuracy and reliability of daily operations.”
The adoption of digital signatures contributes to greater transparency and traceability of processes. Each digital signature is unique and linked to a specific signer, allowing the verification and tracking of who signed the document and when it was done. This is especially important in a hospital environment, where precision and responsibility are crucial
Digital signatures also facilitate collaboration among different health professionals and institutions. Documents can be signed and shared electronically, eliminating the need for in-person meetings or the exchange of physical papers.”, add Getúlio
The trend is that electronic signatures will continue to expand into various sectors. According to the reportPINTEC Semester, released by IBGE, almost 85% of the companies surveyed reported using at least one digital technology in their processes. According to the report of theGrand View Research, the forecast is that by 2030, the subscription market reaches a revenue of 40 billion dollars, representing an increase of 36,2%.
