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AI's mundane applications could be key to managing pandemic healthcare logistics

While many focus on AI's potential for groundbreaking pandemic solutions like epidemic tracking or drug discovery, the more immediate and impactful applications may lie in mundane administrative tasks. One such area is staff scheduling for healthcare systems, which has become exponentially more complex due to the COVID-19 crisis. AI-powered software, already proven in corporate settings, can optimize the deployment of medical personnel, including newly drafted volunteers and returning retirees, to ensure adequate coverage during the pandemic. AI

IMPACT AI can optimize complex scheduling for healthcare systems, improving operational efficiency during crises.

RANK_REASON The article discusses potential applications of AI during the pandemic, focusing on administrative tasks rather than groundbreaking research, fitting the 'commentary' bucket.

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AI's mundane applications could be key to managing pandemic healthcare logistics

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jeremy Kahn ·

    ‘Boring A.I.’ may be the real lifesaver in this pandemic

    While attention is focused on using A.I. to find a cure, more mundane use cases may matter far more in the meantime.