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Healthcare Facility
Planning  Software

dRofus is a healthcare facility planning software used by hospitals and health systems
to define space, room, and equipment requirements for new construction and renovation projects.

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Trusted globally by leading healthcare organizations


Why Leading Healthcare Organizations Choose dRofus

Forward-thinking healthcare organizations around the world rely on dRofus to improve how they plan, design, and manage healthcare facilities. Whether you're overseeing a single renovation or managing a system-wide capital portfolio, dRofus delivers the data-driven foundation needed for better outcomes at every stage.

 

Standards Governance & Enforcement Define clinical, regulatory, and internal standards once—and ensure they are enforced across every project, phase, and consultant. dRofus transforms standards from static documents into measurable, validated requirements that remain intact from early planning through handover.
Assured Regulatory & Clinical Compliance By embedding regulatory requirements (such as FGI guidelines), equipment needs, and spatial rules directly into the planning process, healthcare organizations reduce the risk of late-stage non-compliance, redesign, and approval delays—protecting both patient safety and political credibility.
Predictable Cost, Scope, and Capacity Enable early and continuous validation of rooms, functions, and equipment, giving healthcare organizations realistic visibility into scope and cost before construction begins—minimizing overruns, scope creep, and funding surprises.
Preservation of Owner Intent Clinical workflows, adjacencies, capacities, and strategic goals are maintained as projects move from strategy to design to construction—preventing dilution of intent as responsibility passes between teams and consultants.
Reduced Risk at Commissioning & Opening Hospitals planned and validated through dRofus open with fewer deficiencies, fewer operational compromises, and faster readiness for clinical use—reducing the “fix-it-after-opening” phase that burdens staff and budgets.
Single Source of Truth For Requirements All healthcare requirements— clinical, spatial, equipment, and functional—are centralized in one authoritative system, eliminating fragmented spreadsheets, PDFs, and email-driven decisions.
External Consultancy Alignment Healthcare organizations retain control over outcomes without managing drawings, BIM models, or technical coordination. dRofus provides oversight and accountability while allowing consultants to work efficiently within defined boundaries.
Continuity Across The Building Lifecycle Structured requirements data created during planning continues to support construction, commissioning, operations, renovations, and future expansions—extending owner value well beyond project delivery.
Institutional Knowledge Retention Standards, lessons learned, and validated solutions persist across projects and teams—protecting organizations from staff turnover and ensuring consistency across portfolios and regions.
Confidence in Decision-Making & Approvals Executives and boards gain transparent, defensible insight into whether projects meet clinical needs, standards, and investment goals—enabling confident approvals without caveats or assumptions.
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How Baptist Health cut project planning by 30%

Baptist Health, a prominent healthcare provider in Jacksonville, Florida, was managing over 7.5 million square feet of space across 80+ buildings. The organization faced challenges in centralizing data, automating compliance with changing regulations, and improving collaboration between their planning, design, and construction teams.

Baptist Health Leveraged dRofus By:

  • Centralizing Data for Existing Facilities
  • Standardizing Design and Equipment Planning
  • Enabling Faster Feasibility and Budgeting

 

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“dRofus allows us to do quick project planning. I can develop a program and get a snapshot in 20 minutes of what a project will cost. What used to take days now takes minutes.”
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Matthew BodeSystem Dir. Of Planning & Design
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By reusing validated room templates and clinical standards, healthcare systems can reduce design time, prevent rework, and scale construction efficiently across multiple sites.
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Key Challenges in Healthcare Facility Planning

Planning and managing healthcare facilities is more complex than ever.
Between rising construction costs, evolving care models, and strict regulatory requirements,
healthcare organizations face mounting pressure to get it right from the start.

Unlike facilities management tools such as FM systems or CMMS platforms,
dRofus supports healthcare facility planning before construction begins and throughout the building lifecycle,
helping address these common challenges:

Disconnected Teams and Data Sources

Managing Regulatory Complexity

Design Rework and Scope Changes

Facility Scalability and Coordination

6 Common Use Cases For Healthcare Facility Planning
With dRofus

How hospitals and health systems use dRofus to plan new construction and renovation projects.
1
Capital Planning

 Drive smarter investment decisions using centralized, data-driven planning tools.   

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2
Standards Consolidation
 Standardize room templates, space types, and planning criteria across your projects. 
3
Equipment Planning
 Track medical equipment needs and placement from early planning to installation. 
4
Space Programming
Define accurate requirements to establish a reliable basis for project lifecycle development.
5
Reporting and Compliance
 Easily generate reports to meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements. 
6
Portfolio Management
Gain visibility and consistency across all facilities in your healthcare system. 
*Please note this is a custom-built report.



Frequently Asked Questions
 
What is Healthcare Facility Planning Software?

Healthcare facility planning software helps hospitals and health systems define space, room, and equipment requirements before design and construction begin. Unlike facilities management or CMMS platforms, which focus on maintenance after occupancy, healthcare facility planning software supports early decision-making, regulatory alignment, and clinical requirements during planning and design.

 

What is dRofus and how is it used in healthcare facility planning?

dRofus is a data-centric planning and requirements-management platform that helps healthcare organizations define, track, and manage space requirements, medical equipment, and design standards throughout the lifecycle of a facility project.

 

How does dRofus support capital planning and budgeting?

dRofus lets you develop early project programs, estimate costs based on room and equipment standards, and generate real-time reports to support informed capital-investment decisions.


Can dRofus help us align our projects with FGI guidelines or other regulatory standards?

Yes. dRofus supports healthcare-design compliance by allowing you to build and apply room templates based on FGI or other standards, ensuring consistency and simplifying audits and approvals.


Does dRofus integrate with BIM tools like Revit or Archicad?

Absolutely. dRofus offers bi-directional integration with both Autodesk Revit and Graphisoft Archicad, enabling seamless collaboration between owners, designers, and contractors.


How does dRofus help with equipment planning and procurement?

You can track medical equipment across departments and projects, standardize equipment lists, and generate procurement-ready data—including quantities, specifications, and locations.


Can I use dRofus across multiple facilities or projects in our healthcare system?

Yes. dRofus supports portfolio-wide planning, allowing you to manage and compare data across hospitals, clinics, and outpatient centers—all from a centralized platform.


What types of reports can dRofus generate for internal or regulatory use?

dRofus can produce customizable reports including Room Data Sheets, Equipment Schedules, Space Program Summaries, and compliance checklists—ideal for both internal reviews and external regulators.


Is dRofus suitable for renovations as well as new construction?

Yes. dRofus is highly effective for both new builds and renovation projects, offering tools to assess current space use, define updated requirements, and ensure consistent project documentation.


Who typically uses dRofus in a healthcare organization?

dRofus is used by capital-planning teams, facilities managers, equipment planners, design consultants, and IT/BIM teams—ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on the same data.


How long does it take to implement dRofus in a healthcare setting?

Implementation timelines vary by project size and complexity, but many healthcare systems start seeing value within 4-6 weeks. dRofus provides onboarding, training, and support to ensure success.


How can I get started using dRofus?

You can request a personalized demo. Our team will import your standards, configure user roles, and guide you through onboarding so you can begin realizing value within weeks.