Leonel Filipe Santos Patrício, Leonilde Varela and Zilda Silveira
Jou. Artif. Intell. Auto. Intell., 1 (2):155-171
Leonel Filipe Santos Patrício : Minho University
Leonilde Varela : Department of Production and Systems, Algoritmi/LASI, University of Minho, 4804-533 Guimarães, Portugal
Zilda Silveira : Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sao Carlos School of Engineering, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo 13566-590, Brazil.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.54364/JAIAI.2024.1111
Article History: Received on: 22-Nov-24, Accepted on: 30-Dec-24, Published on: 30-Dec-24
Corresponding Author: Leonel Filipe Santos Patrício
Email: leonelfilipepatricio@gmail.com
Citation: Leonel Filipe Santos Patrício, Leonilde Varela, Zilda Silveira (PORTUGAL) (2024). Literature Review and Proposal Framework for Assessing Robotic Process Automation and Artificial Intelligence Projects in Healthcare Services. Jou. Artif. Intell. Auto. Intell., 1 (2 ):155-171
The integration of Robotic
Process Automation (RPA) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare offers
transformative potential to enhance operational efficiency, improve patient
outcomes, and ensure financial sustainability. To support their effective
implementation, this study proposes a multidimensional framework for evaluating
the feasibility, benefits, and risks of these technologies within the
healthcare sector. The framework is structured around five key dimensions:
Contextualization and Definition, Technical Analysis, Patient-Care Impact,
Economic Evaluation, and Monitoring and Governance. It adopts a comprehensive
approach that combines measurable metrics with qualitative assessments,
ensuring alignment with strategic goals, stakeholder engagement, and ethical
standards. Key findings underscore the potential of RPA and AI to streamline
administrative workflows, enhance diagnostic precision, and optimize resource
utilization, while addressing critical issues such as regulatory compliance and
data protection. Although constrained by the scope of its literature review and
the need for further empirical validation, this framework offers a systematic
tool for evidence-based decision-making and risk management. Future research
should priorities real-world application and explore broader ethical and social
implications. This study provides a significant contribution towards fostering
the sustainable, equitable, and innovative adoption of RPA and AI technologies
in healthcare systems.