An Enhanced Cloud Computing Model for Patient Record Management in South Africa

Cloud computing provides low initial cost for clients, scalability, and the ability to optimally use and share computing resources which makes cloud computing particularly attractive for emerging countries. In this paper, we provide several concrete examples of how cloud computing enhances the business/social environment of the client emerging nation, particularly in the areas of supply chain management, education, and health care. The field of healthcare, within cloud computing, in South Africa is examined in particular due to its need of sharing of patient data in order to improve the processes of patient transfer and to allocate health care resources optionally. An enhanced model to share patient data is present with increased capacity for the sharing of data and with improved security.