Beaumont Hospital and Dedalus have highlighted the successful go-live of Project Coral at Beaumont Hospital, a project marking the deployment of Dedalus’ ORBIS and iPM systems, replacing a 35-year-old legacy system.
Noted as “one of the most significant system upgrades in the hospital’s history”, Project Coral is a “milestone achievement”, chief executive Anne Coyle said. “The success of the switchover is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of everyone involved. We are incredibly proud of what has been accomplished.”
Dedalus worked closely with clinical, operational, and technical teams to deliver a seamless implementation, with more than 3,000 staff trained in preparation for the transition.
Commenting on the success, Cathy McCartan, sales and marketing director for Dedalus UKI, said: “We are delighted to have partnered with Beaumont Hospital on the successful go-live of Project Coral—a landmark deployment of our ORBIS and iPM systems, and one of the most significant digital health transformations in Ireland to date.
“Notably, the digitisation of Beaumont’s Emergency Department marks a major step forward, enhancing visibility, coordination, and decision-making in one of the hospital’s most high-pressure environments. For patients and professionals alike, it delivers faster access to information, safer care, and more efficient service delivery.
“As a European health technology provider with deep roots in Ireland’s healthcare ecosystem, Dedalus is proud to support this future-focused transformation. Project Coral demonstrates what can be achieved through collaboration, clinical alignment, and the deployment of intuitive, modern systems designed around the needs of healthcare professionals.”
Richard Craven, managing director UK & Ireland at Dedalus, added: “ORBIS continues to set the standard for digital health innovation across Europe. Its recognition as Best in KLAS for two consecutive years reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering solutions that genuinely empower healthcare professionals and enhance patient care. We are proud to see ORBIS supporting forward-thinking organisations like Beaumont Hospital as they advance Ireland’s digital health ambitions.
“The successful go-live of the new Patient Administration System (iPM) and Orbis Clinicals at Beaumont, including Emergency Care, was completed as planned. This smooth transition marks an important step forward for the hospital, with the new systems already helping clinical and operational teams deliver more coordinated, efficient, and effective care for patients.”
The announcement aligns with the hospital’s strategic plans for 2025 – 2030, with physical, diagnostic and digital infrastructure listed as a strategic priority. Here, the hospital outlines actions to maximise the use of existing infrastructure, and increase its advanced imaging and lab diagnostic capacity. Also, the hospital shares plans to utilise AI, and focus on its EHR, virtual wards, and the shared care record.
Wider trend: Digital systems
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