Over time, X-ray equipment will be consolidated into one department next to A&E to deliver further workflow and efficiency gains. "The concept of Managed Equipment Services is now a mature offering for hospitals and has been proven to deliver value for money and financial savings over the long-term when compared to Trusts procuring major capital equipment items themselves," states Philip Peace, Director of Managed Equipment Services at Siemens Healthcare. "Royal Bolton Hospital NHS Foundation Trust will now be able to embrace cost savings at the same time as extending its provision of clinical services and competitiveness to patient communities. At the same time, if services or requirements change during the long-term contract, flexible provisions are built in to 'flex-up' or down in tune with needs." Siemens