Reducing variability in healthcare processes leads to more consistent, efficient, and high-quality patient care. By minimizing unnecessary fluctuations in patient flow, scheduling, and resource use, hospitals can better match capacity with demand, reduce delays, and lower costs. Through its specialized hospital programs, the Institute for Healthcare Optimization (IHO) applies advanced operations management science to identify and eliminate avoidable variability helping healthcare organizations improve performance, enhance patient outcomes, and achieve sustainable cost reduction.