Reports say diversion on the rise: use technology to overhaul patient flow.

Your patient flow can be dramatically improved with electronic patient tracking systems that give information in real time. If ED staff can spot delays at a glance, steps can be taken to correct the root of the problem before backlog occurs. If specific time goals aren't met, an immediate intervention should occur. An "ED dashboard" system gives immediate information about lab results, which can reduce overall length of stay significantly.