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Table 3

Resultant themes

Generated themes
Theme 1: Technological barriers, shortage of in-house expertise and process inefficiencies are causing delays in operational theatre service
Theme 2: Leveraging AI through machine learning, real-time analytics and predictive analytics to improve OT efficiency, optimise theatre utilisation to obtain proactive decision-making and minimise downtime
Theme 3: Integration of Lean tools such as Kanban, 5 S, Value stream mapping and Kaizen, along with AI-driven predictive analytics and real-time resource allocation to streamline OT workflows, optimise schedules and manage inventory to reduce delays
Theme 4: Lean and AI can be integrated to improve scheduling and monitoring through optimising shifts, anticipating cancellations and enabling data-driven decision-making by providing training to the staff

Generated themes
Theme 1: Technological barriers, shortage of in-house expertise and process inefficiencies are causing delays in operational theatre service
Theme 2: Leveraging AI through machine learning, real-time analytics and predictive analytics to improve OT efficiency, optimise theatre utilisation to obtain proactive decision-making and minimise downtime
Theme 3: Integration of Lean tools such as Kanban, 5 S, Value stream mapping and Kaizen, along with AI-driven predictive analytics and real-time resource allocation to streamline OT workflows, optimise schedules and manage inventory to reduce delays
Theme 4: Lean and AI can be integrated to improve scheduling and monitoring through optimising shifts, anticipating cancellations and enabling data-driven decision-making by providing training to the staff