- symplr acquires Smart Square® scheduling software from AMN Healthcare (AMN, Financial) to enhance AI-driven workforce optimization in the healthcare sector.
- The acquisition integrates Smart Square's AI-driven scheduling capabilities with symplr's existing operations platform, strengthening workforce management.
- AMN Healthcare will focus on its Workwise platform, emphasizing workforce advisory, planning AI, staffing, and analytics solutions.
symplr, a leader in enterprise healthcare operations software, has announced the acquisition of the Smart Square® scheduling software from AMN Healthcare (AMN). This strategic move enhances symplr's capabilities in healthcare workforce management by integrating Smart Square's AI-driven scheduling platform with their existing operations software. This combination of "Best in KLAS" solutions offers advanced features such as predictive analytics, real-time staffing adjustments, open-shift management, and nurse competency integration.
This acquisition not only strengthens symplr’s Operations Platform by adding robust AI-driven scheduling capabilities, but also sets up a commercial partnership between symplr and AMN Healthcare. This partnership leverages symplr's expertise in operational technology with AMN's leadership in healthcare workforce solutions, ensuring a comprehensive offering to the healthcare sector.
Following this transaction, AMN Healthcare will streamline its focus on the Workwise platform, which includes workforce advisory, planning AI, staffing, and analytics solutions. This strategic shift allows AMN to sharpen its approach to market access by concentrating on core competencies while still maintaining a presence in scheduling through symplr's platform.
The deal underscores symplr's commitment to empowering healthcare organizations with advanced data and technology solutions to optimize operations, reduce costs, and improve patient outcomes. While the financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, the acquisition is set to further bolster symplr's standing as a comprehensive solutions provider for healthcare staffing and operations management.
