The transition of enterprise PACS to the cloud is increasingly seen as inevitable, but many institutions lack a clear understanding of the true costs involved. This session explores the financial implications of transitioning to the cloud versus maintaining an on-premises system, with a focus on the total cost of ownership (TCO) for both solutions. Special consideration is given to the unique challenges faced by private practices and teleradiology services, including shareholder-based payment structures and management fees.

Designed for radiologists, vendors, CIIPs, and other professionals, this session equips participants with the knowledge and tools to evaluate and discuss cloud transitions confidently. By addressing financing strategies, TCO calculation methods, and key technical and contractual considerations, participants will be prepared to guide their organizations toward informed decision-making about enterprise PACS solutions.

Attendees will receive a comprehensive Excel-based TCO calculator designed to compare on-premises and cloud PACS costs, including licensing, infrastructure, and long-term expenses. This customizable tool allows users to input their own data, instantly generating financial projections to guide strategic decision-making for their organization.

Objectives

• Define the total cost of ownership for on-premises and cloud-based enterprise PACS solutions.
• Evaluate unique payment structures in private practices to develop equitable and sustainable financial plans.
• Calculate the TCO of on-premises versus cloud solutions using practical tools and methodologies.
• Determine a strategic direction for enterprise PACS and identify cost-saving opportunities in cloud transitions.