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[armoredisopod]

Codename: Tin Man

Race: Undisclosed

Origin: Undisclosed

Specialization: Interrogation, Intelligence Gathering, Personnel Management, Archaeology, Oral History

"I really like the Rhodes Island deck, the view is great."

Illustrator: 树豚 | Shutun

CN CV: 刘北辰 | Liu Beizhan

JP CV: 木内秀信 | Hidenobu Kuichi

Tin Man - 5* Alchemist Specialist

Can throw Alchemical Units to assist in combat

First Talent

In [IS#5 The Endless Tales of the Sarkaz], Tin Man consumes less Hope and increases Tipping Point Threshold even further when assigned to help with Mental Load

Second Talent

Enemies within the range of Tin Man's alchemical units take increased damage from Damage Over Time effects

Skill 1 - "Old Fogey"

When skill is activated, throws an alchemical unit that inflicts Enfeeble and deals Arts damage every second to ground enemies in its range

Skill 2 - "Big Larry"

When skill is activated, throws an alchemical unit that deals Arts damage every second to ground enemies in its range and heals all allies in its range every second

Can store charge(s)

Quick explanation on the IS5 mechanic so that his first talent makes sense

Like how IS3 had Enlightenment/Rejections and how IS4 had Foldartals, IS5 has a new central mechanic that translates as "Mental Load" and "Thoughts"

Thoughts are another type of collectibles, Mental Load limits how many Thoughts you can carry

Thoughts have buffs and debuffs attached to them. The debuffs are initially inactive but if you go past the first Threshold "Tipping Point", the Thought debuffs will activate

If you go even further you will hit the "Blocking Point" where your Thoughts will deactivate and you're not allowed to select the subsequent nodes

You can organize your Thoughts on the map or the battle preparation screen where you can either consume "instant-use" Thoughts or discard Thoughts you don't need

Players can assign up to 3 operators to raise the Tipping Point Threshold, the amount increased is based on the operators' Rarity and Promotion Level, operators assigned to raise the threshold can still be brought to battle normally

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"At last we finally meet again after parting ways in Trimounts, Doctor. Detective Tin Man, representing the Maylander Foundation. Effective immediately, we will be cooperating with Rhodes Island in various fields, sharing resources... and secrets."

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"The Tin Man from the fairy tale has appeared on Rhodes Island."

As soon as the news spread, the children began to search with great excitement. And when they "caught" the Tin Man in the cafeteria, the Tin Man graciously put down his pipe, took off his hat to greet the children, and announced that he would buy each child who "caught the detective" a hot dog.

The kids argued about whether the Tin Man was wearing armor or was really just an empty metal shell. The relatively bizarre speculation came from Popukar, who had been reading a lot of comic books recently. She claimed that the Tin Man was a combination of all the Operation Platforms on Rhodes Island. After hearing this, the Tin Man raised an objection, saying that he was a nomadic city that had taken on a human form after being packed and compressed, pushing the debate even further.

The children argued so fiercely that they completely forgot about the Tin Man's existence. The Tin Man quietly placed hot dogs next to each child and left quietly.

The children eventually realized this and became extremely anxious. However, after learning that the Tin Man will be on Rhodes Island for the time being, they all agreed to start a second Tin Man search operation the next day. The Tin Man himself has not yet made any comments on this.

[kalianos]

Context: So ages ago I ran a game in one of my custom worlds. It was a False Hydra game. Kept the players in the dark about it. Along the way I had kept some light notes pointing out bits here and there I felt were important. These eventually made it to the scene I am going to describe below.

As you walk along the town, the ropes tied around your waist. However everyone alive hear and feel the rope snap and sounds of heavy slapping. Along with the distinct chink of something small bouncing on the cobblestones.

Party starts to immediately asking who died, who they don't remember anymore. I calmly tell them that they are fine. Except the druid. I hear an exasperated groan from the player thinking he died since he was at the end of the rope. I tell him no, his character is still alive and as he looks back. He see's another length of rope behind him that wasn't there before. Leading to a mess of half-eaten green skin, bright armor and a book covered in blood on the ground.

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Upon looking at the journal. They found this in the book. It's a bit lengthy.

1994 DR, 14th of Midwinter’s Torment

The adventurer’s guild has tasked us again. We are holding out a campaign against some rogue goblin elements outside of town. I have my doubts about the job. Acanthes is a chill human at least. He still smells like the swamp though. Somehow got saddled with a warrior from Chaton. Chaton! How the feth did he make it over the many fathoms?

Must have paid an orc ship all his coin to be taking work with the adventurers’ guild.

1994, 16th of Midwinter’s Torment

We made camp at the edge of the their base. It took a two days and a night to get here. By Moradin, The rogue we brought along has cheese. I suspect she is part of the “cheese makers” in more ways than one. She can be useful. Kai is a decent sort. Got too sharp of a tongue. Sharp dagger as well thankfully. In hindsight it was funny how well she threw a dagger into that goblin scouts skull. The tabaxi is being quiet.

1994DR, 17th of Midwinter’s Torment

We managed to break into the first barricades. The guards have been taken down. The patrols are aware of us now unfortunately. I have only a few vestiges of my power left. By Moradin I wish I was stronger to channel his divine will. Time. Time is all we need. They are banging on the doors.

1995DR, 4th of Summer Song

We have gone on for so long. We only had a few days rest from taking down the halfling raids to the north along the steppes. Those plains scare me. We passed by a few ghost towns. Ravaged by the halfling mongrels, taken down by Gnoll war bands. Or worse. Being consumed by the false hydras.

Since we have earned bronze rank over the last several months. We were warned that our jobs are now going to be “real” jobs. True monsters and terrors can now be assigned to us. It can’t be all bad right? I heard in the officer lounge while being debriefed that a blue dragon is potentially going to recruit some of us to acquire a rare gem for a courtship ritual. Apparently we would be guests of honor at the wedding if it goes well. I like weddings. Though I don’t think anyone knows how dwarves wed themselves. Buying themselves from their significant other’s parents, crushing gems under their iron boots. Growing up as a half-orc in the tunnels was interesting. Strangely did get a few interested lookers.

1995 DR, 11th of Summer’s rest

I am fuming now. I had slight hope we would get the deadly mission to help out the blue dragon, I could have worn a pretty formal chain-mail shirt or maybe plate armor. I had even looked into our major library to learn how blue dragons interacted and proper protocol.

All for nothing. Ackerson had come down pale and shaking after the letter flew in and he handed me the pack. I noticed it was much thicker than usual. Usually a manifest was just, “Supplies, guild resources rented, gold reward, gold reward deductions, and a small line for our major injury expenses to be compensated.” All on a single sheet of paper, then the outline written by a desk jockey with no legs. This was a full blown book in size. When I asked what it was about Ackerson just leaned up and whispered into my ear the one thing I didn’t want to hear ever in my existence.

“There is a report of a false hydra by guild watchdogs up in Ohmsford. Your team is the only one capable at the moment to handle it. We have taken measures and given you major bonuses to increase your chances of success. We need you to do this, and…I’m sorry. In case any of you fail, the stone of false hydra adventurers has already been carved upon so we will at least know you all in name and what your designations were in the grand library.”

I’m scared, no I’m terrified. Reading this book made by two wizards accounts is the most terrifying thing ever. These monsters are born from lies in folklore but we have no idea how they spring up? The drawings and the life-cycles of these things are downright horrific.

This is the most I’ve written in this thing in a long while but I can help but think; that I am sending us to the worst kind of death imaginable.

I took precautions just in case. I sent my adoptive father a memory stone explaining everything. Remarking that if he forgets his emerald treasure that its because she died fighting one of the most horrifying monsters of this world for their safety.

I’m going to tell the rest of the party later. Right now they are just going to be aware that its being caused by some cultists at the moment.

1995 DR 12th of Summer’s rest

We are having a last blow out party in the town. Drank myself silly. Kai brought in some amazing cheese. Had a fondue fountain and everything. We were only a little miffed when we found Acanthus floating a maple leaf boat through it. Claimed it would help give it more depth of flavor. I think he’s just being dumb. It does taste mapely though. Lucky bastard that I like maple syrup.

1995 DR, `13th of Summers Rest

Fucking potatoes, cabbage, farm lands and wheat for miles. I don’t want to eat ever again for as long as I live. Well except for pork. Never can give that up. Met some weird farmer named Perry. Claimed he had a scarecrow problem. Exorised it easily enough though Weevil got a small cut. After that a Slaad had erupted from the ground. How the hell this farmer survived with a Slaad on his land I will file into “most definitely an agent of chaos” column. Dispatched it well enough. Had to cast a spell of some power to cure Kai though. She got hit with the chaos disease. Was not interested in having to mercy kill my own party member at the start of the adventure.

We decided to make our way as fast as we could through the evening to the mountains. I knew a place that would give us a good deal on room.

Turns out I was right. The dwarf still remembers me from the good old days down in the caves. Got my friends set up in their own suite while I spent extra for my own private one.

I’ve never enjoyed a bath like this in so long. I’ll have to ask Harriet for a crystal. She finally perfected in making light crystals for the caves and it looks beautiful. I’m sure dad would like one. Who knows, if I managed to send it in time it’ll be a good marker for my memorial on the memory stone.

1995 Dr, 14th Summers rest

Bloody chilly, hellish sky whale. And those two idiots nearly drowned themselves trying to get light crystals when I told them that they were buyable. Claimed it was for the adventure of it and effort. I think they were just being stubborn.

Going into town, everything seemed off. We parked our mule and cart in the stables next to an inn. Ordered drinks as our Tabaxi went upstairs to do his ritual armor cleaning. The rogue managed to convince our druid to steal from an old man who looked like a banker. Greedy morons. Didn’t they see all the guards on high alert everywhere? They were caught by of all things another thief. Chatting with the bartender illuminated a lot. Whatever this is, it started in the northern-western area of town. I asked what the local authority here is. He could only shrug and tell me that it was the Captain of the Guard, Wilma; who runs things as usual. In a weird way it made sense. But it doesn’t make sense. I know there is a big mayoral estate here for a local authority.

1995 DR, 15th of Summers Rest

Dealt with a tailor who had been attacked. The halfling that sits in front of her shop is a creepy old hag of a woman. While here the tabaxi had claw daggers from the slaad start being made. On top of that I managed to convince them to make a nice maul in the old style but big enough for me. The dwarf was amenable when I spoke to him in the tongue of our fathers.

We talked with Leah for a bit. Our rogue tried to do some weird mind trickery that seemed to do something. It appears that not all memories can be completely erased I guess even by magic. The mind is a funny thing. While searching around, I found the picture of her husband and two children. It was hidden in the nightstand drawer. I think she didn’t know what to make of it and it disturbed her.

We met the local cheesemaker by accident. He had been ransacking the town since perfectly fine magic shops and alchemists were just there. Seeing as how the people who run them probably don’t exist anymore to the world. I am letting it slide. Moradin forgive me. Habbakuk and Zeboim as well to appease my sea orc ancestors.

We fought a troll. I burned so many spells and kept a wall between the troll and the everyone else. I got banged up pretty hard. Still that troll got a few lucky swipes on the druid and samurai. They’ve never seen a troll before and I hope they get to remember what happens. Felt prudent to spend most of my spells on healing. There is still a Troll colony here and they are completely feral apparently. I asked about trolls to the Town Captain who apparently has “always ran this town.”

She claims that Trolls are a very rare minor problem that only happened recently. This resort town can kiss my green ass.

Was told to investigate the retirement village for adventurers on the other side of this box canyon. I acquiesced to this request since we being paid. Paid to go and ask questions in that will help our initial investiagion no less. I love when the stars align to throw us a bone.

Met Gloria. She seemed nice. She had a love of ale that rivals some of the heavy drinkers back in the caves.

Acanthes got knocked out something fierce from a quarter shot. He came too and told me he had a weird dream. I suggested he follow his heart which he determined to mean go and meditate to the green father. What he told me afterwards is a puzzle of itself.

A shimmering pillar above the city? The singing I belive is from the false hydra. But this shimmering pillar? What does it mean?

We dealt with an Alemental. Talked to the Destroyers. A nice couple. Maybe I can find a strong man someday. Heh, will it be a man of the earth or a man of the sea like my ancestry wants?

The witch has a crazy love obsession with purple. Quisayle is a strange one to be honest. She seemed more fascinated than concerned about the false hydra.

Mentioned that there is an old tower to the northwest ohmsford that probably held a wizard of some report. She only mentions it because she has no memory of anyone living yet it’s a very nice tower. She is scary good at putting two and two together apparently.

1995 DR.

Had a nightmare. I was back at the inn room with some lady. A giant pale white face came in through the open window and gorged itself on her. As I tried to help another face and long neck came through and tried to eat me. I’m too strong and punched it back.

Woke up in a cold sweat over it. I’m writing this in the morning due to the oddness of this dream.

I clutch my holy symbol of Moradin. The warm glow of his forge comforts me through it. I run my finger over the engraving. If I am going to disappear this will be the one thing I will make sure to survive. It holds the needed identifier for the memory stone and for the guilds false hydra stone. Actually, I should keep this journal out and keep writing in it!

As long as I can see the thing in the moment, I can write about it! By the hammer fall! I can trust myself to keep a good record. I should share this with the group. I also devised that we can use a length of rope to keep us together slightly. This way we know if we have been attacked at least.

Itsafterusanditstryingtoeatmeohmoradinthisis bad. Its tailing us. Dropping its song to attack us!

Oh this is bad. I don’t know what do. If I had a decent mace on me I could beat the hell out of this thing. SHIT TH~

This journal is covered in blood. Inside is a portrait of a Large Half-Orc proudly displaying a Silver rank medal towering over the rest of you looking happy showing off your bronze medals.

A caption below it reads, “ The Squad”

So throughout the campaign they had encountered random weird oddities. Helpful people offering healing, random potions just...inside wolves. All explained away as just some weird quirk of a world they hadn't seen yet. When actually it was their Half-Orc Cleric they never knew they had. I had shamelessly stolen the idea from a D&D community when they were brainstorming about how to bring out a false hydra to be fair. But I think the execution was alright.

[digiexpert894]

WhatsApp AI: Revolutionizing Communication and Beyond

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Director's Cut: Making A Believer

So, first one of these. Doing this one first because @chemos-factories was the first person to respond to my poll in the Discord Server. Also, I was helped along by that meme of so many people in the fandom not understanding how nuanced a character Fulgrim is, and I got feelings.

First off, the link to Ao3 and the summary.

Making A Believer

The Poet of Charoite is known to worshipers of Chaos as one of the most prolific poets to write about Daemon Prince Fulgrim. His poetry is considered sacred, copied and passed from cultist to cultist. So devoted was he, that he is sometimes known is the Poet of Fulgrim. It's even said he assisted with the Great Uprising of the Veil - when a Hive City tore a hole between the materium and the immaterium. And though specific details are lost to time, Fulgrim remembers when the Poet was a worker in a quarry.

Featuring an Original Human Character, and Daemon Prince Fulgrim

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So, let's start off with some of the basics! I really love what I did with this story. I was a bit experimental with this, and I'm not sure if that's part of the reason it's my lowest kudo'ed 40k fic, or the one with the lowest hits. Maybe it's because the POV character is an OC. I'm not sure.

And if I'm going to compare apples to apples, I don't really have much else to compare it to. I don't really have any other fics that are "an OC plus a primarch."

But I should also remember that hits/kudos/comments/bookmarks/etc are not indicative of quality. I'm very proud of the story. So let's get into it.

This fic was part of the Fic In A Box 2023 challenge. For those not in the know, it's a challenge for someone to write 10k words (or comparable in other media forms) content. The twist is, it doesn't have to be for one person.

I won't get into the specifics on how the mechanics worked for being given assignments, but I essentially had my "main" assignment, and then I had the option to trade for assignments for other people. I think there were 6 or 7 of us from 40k participating? Anyways. My main assignment was for Laylah, and I decided that I was going to write them two separate stories. Both of them were highly experimental. (The other one was The Great Lunar Height of [REDACTED].)

When looking over the collection of prompts they provided, there had been an interest in scripture for Chaos, and also a love of Fulgrim (among many other prompts).

The interest in scripture was my starting point for brainstorming.

Now, once upon a time I was a very religious person. I'm not sure if I would call myself agnostic or atheist now or what, but I had once been so dedicated that I had seriously considered going into ministry. I've done a lot of study on the Bible, and I also really enjoy reading religious texts from other religions. I enjoy reading mythologies, both ones created from existing world cultures, and the ones created for fictional settings. I've been this way since I was very little.

And so often, scripture has poetry in it. Psalms if the longest book in the Bible, and it is a book of poetry. Poetry is also intrinsically connected to hymns, since poetry is so often connected to music. And... when the poets were writing those psalms, they weren't thinking that they were going to become scripture. They wrote it because they were inspired.

Ok, cool. So let's have someone write a poem. Let's have someone write a poem about Daemon Primarch Fulgrim.

How does one even start that?

To understand how I got the start of The Poet and his life, we must back up.

When I had been plotting out my stories for Laylah, I had originally considered trying to write this disjointed "found" series of stories that follow an OC Thousand Son and OC Word Bearer try to unravel a mystery. Essentially, there is a planet that has some Weird Warp Shit going on, and they'd like to figure out how to encourage this phenomena in other places in the galaxy. The idea being very much about Resource Management, and if they can save some of their resources for something else by utilizing this, they should do it.

I feel like that makes it sound very boring. But, essentially, a planet fell to Chaos greatly helped by the natural phenomena that Chaos was able to take advantage of. The TS and WB are trying to backwards-engineer what happened.

"The Great Lunar Heist of [REDACTED]" takes place on the same world, at least 500 or so years before "Making A Believer." The log of the event is one of the pieces of "evidence" that the TS and WB find. The fic itself doesn't say Warp Shenanigans happened, but Warp Shenanigans absolutely happened. But that's a different discussion.

So. This is an undetermined time in the future. The Horus Heresy has happened and concluded. The Loyalist Primarchs are either dead or missing.

And life on this planet has also changed. The Imperium, being the parasite that it is, is leeching all the value that can be taken from this planet. The Poet works in a Quarry, and there's a lot of mining being done.

Fulgrim, while looking for ways to extend his (and Slaanesh's) influence, naturally gravitates to something familiar. Having grown up in the mines on Chemos, this planet is not that different. I don't think that Fulgrim noticed the "strangeness" that I had planned for this planet to eventually fall to and go after that specifically. It was more, he saw an opportunity, and went for it.

"Charoite" is a stone that has purple in it, but isn't a precious stone. It also made sense that it could be something easily missed as a pretty stone, if it was covered in dust. I wondered about how much Fulgrim would have looked for pretty non-precious stones as a child, and very carefully cleaning them to appreciate their colors.

So he uses these as his calling cards. I leaned hard on ideas of the Fae, because Fae are also so very prone to Excess.

I decided that I didn't want to just show some of the poetry that the Poet wrote - stuff that would eventually become scripture - but also what happened to him to get there.

I wanted to see if I could write something that reads like a horror story, but it doesn't feel like a horror story to the person it's happening to.

So, the Poet dreams of beauty, even before picking up the Charoite. He has spider plants in his studio apartment. He wants to give extras to his neighbors. His world is greys and browns but the spider plants are vibrant green. He trades for scraps of fancy soaps and uses those sparingly. (To be clear, there is other soap for him to use when he's not splurging. It's just not as nice.)

What does excess look to someone who has so little? It's it excessive to have enough?

And that's part of the horror too. Fulgrim is barely using his power to give these things to the Poet. He's giving the Poet a chance to rest. He's giving him nutrition. He's giving him someone to talk to. He's giving him a chance to enjoy art. He's giving him a chance to make art.

And I'm not gonna lie, I put a bit of myself into the Poet, in his exhaustion and struggle to create. How many days I'll finish my shift and just be so weary and barely able to do anything. Maybe if I'm lucky I can chat with my wives or my friends online.

The Poet doesn't know who Fulgrim is, at least in this story. He doesn't know he's a primarch, doesn't know about Chaos. He can sense immediately that he's royalty, but that is also because he knows how to read a room. The Poet is sensitive to supernatural things in ways he doesn't understand, which he's also picking up on. He doesn't understand why this is happening, but this dream is so beautiful, he wants to go along as long as he can.

As for writing this, I'm also not a huge fan of painting things in Black and White. 40k is an extended scathing criticism of the British Empire and the Catholic Church. 40k is a setting where there are no "good guys."

I was trying to show a more positive look at Chaos. More like, "yes he fell, but he's happy?" Or also, if Fulgrim is Evil with a Capital E, that doesn't mean he can't love people. It doesn't mean he can't be kind to (some) people. He can play favorites. It doesn't mean that the Poet doesn't get a happy ending.

Because, he does. Or, at least, he will. He'll get to stay by his Prince's side for all eternity.

The Poet starts to fall to Chaos here. And he's not worried, because Fulgrim is there to catch him when he falls.

And that's exactly what Fulgrim does.

I also wanted to play around with the idea that something Chaos is needed to make life better. Hinting at Fulgrim's role as a union organizer. How the Poet has no idea how hard Fulgrim had to fight for everything he had.

If I eventually get around to writing the larger series, the Poet is an important part of the planet falling to Chaos. He starts spreading his poetry for others to find. And he will eventually become a daemon of Slaanesh.

It's both a horror story and a story of hope.

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...and this got super fucking long. I have a lot of feelings about it. If I could change one thing, it would be the summary. I'm still not happy with it, but I don't know how to better describe the story.

(Please let me know if you have any questions, about this story or any others!)

[cannotflyarc]

fogg's insane asylum for lunatic women.

disclaimer.

i am not a historian, just a girl whose had an interest in historical mental institutions for almost as long as i've loved this musical. as time has gone on, however, i've become more and more upset with the portrayal of fogg's asylum. the movie presents it as some kind of crack house filled with mad women ( all arranged by hair color? ) reaching out and grabbing at whoever comes by. the musical doesn't do much better. while what anthony said about fogg's isn't far off as to what the general public would think about them, "she's trapped in these with all those screeching, gibbering maniacs!" that's not exactly the case. i have been putting together headcanons about fogg's asylum for several months now. i've done extensive research on actual patients, i've read books, etc.

much of this is based on ten days in a madhouse by nellie bly. bly was a reporter in the later 19th century who was assigned to go undercover in a mental institution and report back with what she found. her expose can be found online as a pdf. the language isn't complicated, especially for the 19th century, and while it is a hard read at some points, i very much recommend it. bly interviews the patients and victims of abuse and learns their story. while some of the language is very much of the time, she actually understands the brutalities of a victorian mental asylum.

because of the nature of mental hospitals during the 1840s and johanna as a character, be warned that this meta goes over some very difficult topics such as: abuse of all kinds, torture, eating disorders, period sexism, mental subjects, miscarriages, menstruation, trauma, sexual abuse, illness, drugs, drug withdrawals and chronic pain. due to the length of this meta, i will put individual warnings over each section.

i will be adding onto this meta as i learn more. i don't know everything and there are some sections that likely reflect that. please bare with me as i learn. i do not condone the period attitudes towards women or those who are mentally ill during this time.

many thanks to darks for helping me figure out some details. thank you to misto and jasmine for your support and from keeping me from loosing my mind. thank you to so many of my good friends for supporting me as i wrote this.

despite my sometimes dry tone, keep in mind that this is a century different from our own. they did not have the resources and technology and research that we do know. they were doing the best they could with what we had. this does not excuse their abuse, but it does shed light on why some of treatments were the way they were. i want to give justice to a fictional mental hospital as best as i can. without further ado, fogg's insane asylum for lunatic women.

word count from this point: 6,980

introduction.

warnings for period typical sexism throughout this entire section.

ladies in their sensitivities, my lord / have a fragile sensibility / when a girl's emergent / probably it's urgent / you defer to her gentility - ladies in their sensitivities, sw.eeney t.odd: the d.emon ba.rber of f.leet street

women are often referred to as the fairer sex. the more vulnerable and emotional roughly half of humanity. it should come as no surprise that women made up most of the population of bethlem royal hospital, more often known as bedlam. it's not often you hear of a lunatic asylum made specifically for men, is it? more often there are strictly female asylums or the men and the women are separated into two different wings or even two separate buildings both managed under the same people. bedlam was meant to hold 120 patients, however, overcrowding was a frequent problem of the institution and there were many more patients on the waiting list. because of this long waiting list and the overcrowding at london's most (in)famous insane asylum, most hospitals popped up in and around the city. fogg's insane asylum for lunatic women among them.

fogg's was initially founded by dr. john fogg to compensate for the large amount of the mentally ill ( and homeless and unwanted wives and disabled people ) in london. fogg's is located a few miles west of london, just on the outskirts. this is pivotal since if there is ever an escape, it is dangerous for everyone involved if one of the patients gets into the city. this way, they won't be able to directly find their way into trouble and the police have a better chance at finding them. though this was mostly for the comfort of the citizens of london, who weren't exactly keen on the idea of a madperson running about their neighborhoods.

dr. fogg's son, alfred was the superintendent of the asylum. he was a businessman, not a doctor and introduced ideas to make a profit. this includes selling the inmate's hair. he left most of the dirty work to the doctors, nurses and other staff. doctors weren't willing to put up with the harsh conditions of the asylum and slowly slipped away, which alfred hardly noticed. he died a rich man.

jonas fogg was the nephew of mr. albert fogg. seeing the problems within the madhouse, he began visiting other asylums. this gave him brighter ideas to institutionalize fogg's. the patients would follow a schedule. the patients would be in uniforms. the patients would be divided into different wards accordingly. despite all these changes, jonas fogg is still a mortal man. he doesn't mind the sound of coins jiggling in his pocket. he kept the practice of selling hair, seeing to it himself to make sure that money went straight into the palm of his hand.

judge phillip turpin and jonas fogg met briefly at a pub. mr. fogg not being a stupid man made an agreement with the judge: if judge turpin is to sentence any insane woman, let him send her to fogg's insane asylum for lunatic women. into fogg's humble and loving care. judge turpin agreed and so began their arrangement.

entering.

warnings for period-typical sexism and medical topics.

"i found her! i found johanna! that monster of a judge has locked her away in fogg's asylum. oh, mr. todd she's in there with those gibbering, screeching maniacs!" -anthony h.ope, s.weeney to.dd: the dem.on b.arber of fl.eet s.treet

it is not uncommon to come across some wide-eyed, mysterious woman who seems to be distant from this reality and it is not uncommon for such a woman to find her way into an insane asylum such as fogg's. these poor, mad women need help. ( and they need to get off of society's perfectly straight cobblestone streets. )

reasons for being admitted included, but were not limited to:

learning disabilities

menopause

"domestic trouble"

women doing into debt and unable to recover from the trauma of that

asthma

blindness

deafness

postpartum depression

mental breakdowns

down syndrome

they were sexually abused

they were trying to go to a workhouse, but ended up here

being suicidal

violence

self-harm

grief

sex/sexual dysfunction

fancied other men than her husband

if you come across a woman that fits the description above, please contact the police immediately. they understand what to do in this situation. a judge may see to them and they will have the poor, mad soul seen before a doctor who will ask a series of questions. a standard questionnaire may include questions such as:

"what drugs are you taking?"

"are you married?"

"have you participated in any sex work?" ( although, in a much more dignified manner )

"where are you from?"

"is this your first fit?" ( meaning: is this the first time you've made everyone think you're a lunatic? )

"how old are you?"

"what do you do for a living?"

"how much money do you have?"

the doctor will examine the throat and tongue at this point. once the doctor deems her insane, the police will wait with the woman until an ambulance can arrive for her to take her away. one of the police officers will accompany her as well as a doctor who arrived with the vehicle. the doctor will do his best to soothe and ask any more necessary questions.

once arrived at fogg's, two men will be there to assist the patient inside where she will sit through another examination preformed by a doctor. he will ask similar questions to the ones above. he will examine her lungs and heart. the patient will be lead to a long hallway to be seated next to her fellow patients. thus begins her long stay at fogg's.

johanna experienced a slightly different experience getting inside. after turpin confronted her about her plans to slope with anthony, bamford had to drag her out of the house kicking and screaming as she frantically tried to get away. she was supposed to marry anthony on monday. instead, she was shoved and locked into a carriage as she frantically tried to find a way out of it. inside was bamford as her police escort and a doctor inside that she did not learn the name of. she was dragged inside by bamford and another member of fogg's security. after a brief examination which she tried frantically to escape from and had it not been for bamford's hand on her knee, she thinks she would've been able to get away, she was put into solitary confinement for the night.

solitary confinement is a common punishment in prisons and has been since what may as well be the dawn of time. humans are naturally social creatures and don't do well on their own. to be separated from any human connection can have devastating psychological effects on the human mind. this was also a common punishment at insane asylums. johanna was put into a white, windowless, padded room with a stiff board for a bed and no one around to hear her frantic pleas for help. she was allowed out in the morning. that long, sleepless night was only the beginning of her stay.

daily schedule.

"for i know the plans i have for you, declares the lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." - jeremiah 29:11

this old testament verse was written by jeremiah. in this chapter, jeremiah tells the jews in babylon to prepare for seventy years of captivity, but is a verse known for its hope and comfort; to realize that suffering has an end. this verse was inscribed to the front of fogg's asylum as a way to bring an idea that the suffering would end.

johanna thought it was ironic.

she wasn't far off: most women who were sent to fogg's didn't make it out alive.

however, she wouldn't see it until after she was let out of solitary. at about 5:30am, two nurses stomped into the cell. before johanna could realize what was happening, they stripped all of her clothes off, threw a uniform at her feet and left with the demand that she get dressed. johanna could only stand there in silence for a few months, unable to grasp what had happened. this was a different kind of vulnerability. with the judge, there was a hole in the wall. she had seen his eye peering through it. but these were women who fought against her weak protests and left her cold and naked. slowly, she began to pull on each of the layers:

a pair of holey stockings

an underskirt of coarse, dark cotton that fell about six feet longer than the actual dress

a cheap, stained, white calico cotton dress that tied with strings around the waist and fell into a straight skirt

asylums tried to be as self-sufficient as possible which meant the patients themselves sewed the uniforms. it is difficult to imagine allowing people who might be at risk of self-harm or have suicidal tendencies to be allowed with scissors and sewing needles. this was greatly overlooked or ignored.

once johanna dressed, the nurses returned to bring her to join a long line of the other patients. they stood two-by-two. each woman wiped her arms and face down with a wet rag before passing it to the next one --- even ones with skin rashes shared their rags with women with perfectly healthy skin. johanna got lucky and got her rag after a healthy woman, but watched in horror as others were not as lucky.

benches were brought in by the nurses. once the patient was done with their rag, they sat down when a nurse would begin to yank through their hair with a rough comb. johanna again tried to run away from the scene, but joined her fellow unlucky women to be met with the comb. however, one of the other nurses stopped the one with the raised comb at her hair. johanna's hair was obviously much healthier than the other's and could catch a hefty price for it --- and perhaps, if they were the ones to tell mr. fogg about this, he might allow them to get some of the cut when the wigmaker came in next. before the nurse could continue combing ( albeit, much more gentle ), johanna politely requested for them just to braid it instead, which was a rare instance of a wish being granted during her stay.

johanna was then rushed to another bench where she waited next to the other patients in complete silence. talking would get their ears smacked, as she quickly learned. they got back into lines of two-by-two before gathering into the breakfast hall.

breakfast consisted of:

a bowl of cold tea

slice of buttered bread, though buttered bread would be given upon request

saucer of gruel

food was almost entirely uneatable. the bread was black and hard. the butter made one's stomach upset. the tea was more of pink color. the gruel was the closest thing to actual food provided, but was mushy and didn't sit well.

despite how terrible the food was, the patients devoured it. they learned to be desperate as this could be taken away from them as a form of punishment. johanna looked away from her food for a second, needing a moment to close her eyes, but when she looked back her bowl and saucer were empty.

once breakfast was over, the nurses struggled to gather the appropriate wards back together and trudge back to their rooms. again, it is important to remember that the asylums tried to be as self-sufficient as possible. this meant the patients also preformed the daily chores. they were given assignments by nurses which included:

sweeping

dusting

making beds

at times, closing the windows

johanna was not raised to be this self-sufficient. she knew how to clean her room at home and the birdcage, but she swept in a confused haze and at a much slower pace than the other patients, something the nurses scolded her for.

once chores were done, they were served a weak and foul cup of tea. this was the most nourishment johanna had that morning. this was around 10am. new patients, such as johanna, were lead to yet another appointment with a doctor. she pleaded her case. she was not insane. she was not her mother. but to no avail. the doctor listened to her heart and to her lungs. he asked a few questions in between flirting with the nurse. the nurse measured her ( 155.58cm or 5'1" and a quarter ) then the nurse told her to get on a scale. this caused johanna to panic and make another attempt at the door. the doctor called for some assistance from the nurses in the hall, who eventually got her on the scale. the doctor said her weight loud and clear for her. after a few more questions and another look at her tongue and throat, she was escorted back to the room.

once tea was over, nurses passed out moth-eaten shawls and white straw hats. arranged into their typical two-by-two pattern, they set out on their daily walk around the premises.

this was one of the best ways to peak at the other patients in other wards at the hospital, but one stood out in particular: a group of patients tied at the waist with a nurse leading them up front. this was hall nine. that ward was located in a separate building than the rest of the asylum, having been built during alfred fogg's reign to be used as a better infirmary. instead alfred made the decision to house the most dangerous and most suicidal patients there. more on them later.

at noon, everyone was gathered back into the cafeteria. dinner's food included fish boiled in water and soup that was more broth than vegetables or meat.

after dinner, the patients gathered into a sitting room with long benches that had no backs. johanna was confused at first when nothing happened other than sitting, but when a patient dared to whisper about how uncomfortable the benches were, a nurse was quick to smack her ear.

from one to three pm, these mentally unstable, stable, or somewhere in between patients were forced to sit on hard, backless benches, doing nothing. as nellie bly said, it would make any sane person go mad. or any insane person go further insane.

the head cook for the staff would bring the nurses fresh fruits and dried delicacies for the nurses to snack on while all the patients could do were try to ignore their grumbling stomachs as they looked on, knowing there was good food, but they wouldn't serve it to them.

by 3:30 pm, patients were once again gathered into the dining hall for a brief snack of gruel. after this, it was back to their rooms where the nurses would put to work on sewing projects. johanna was rather good at this as she'd been sewing all of her life and masted how to make her own undergarments, nightgowns and could make a basic dress. it was mindless, quiet work, though johanna was used to it. the nurses, however, did not like it when she hummed to herself.

5:30 pm meant it was time for supper. dinner was usually a main course of some sort of meat such as mutton or beef and potatoes served with a side of limp vegetables or sour fruit like prunes and buttered bread, though unbuttered bread would be given upon request. just like with any of the meals, any food was fought for. sick patients couldn't stomach the food. healthy patients became sick from it.

evenings could be the most pleasant time of the day if the nurses were in a good mood. there was a piano in one of the rooms which the patients would gather around and request that other patients play it for them. once her fellow patients learned she could sing, johanna was frequently requested, which she obliged to. lullabies were usually what the patients wanted to hear. in some wards, there might even be little dances which the male doctors would join them for. the evenings were a time to feel like normal people again, enjoying the little entertainments that they used to before they had stepped foot inside fogg's.

at eight pm one bath nights which were once a week , patients were filed into bathroom, which was quite literally a bathroom. a large room filled with tubs for the patients. they were ordered to strip their clothes off.

johanna refused to. her body had been seen by too many people already, something she should have the ability of only giving that to whoever she trusted. the judge, the nurses, the doctors, everyone. she felt sick at the thought of all of these patients seeing her so exposed as well.

the nurses did not put up with this. they forcefully stripped her down as they had that morning. johanna quietly wiped away her tears of shock.

the water was ice-cold and murky from the dirt of the patients who used it before her. baths were only allowed once a week. the water was not changed between patients. the nurses would cruelly scrub away at the skin with a small piece of soap that somehow felt dirty. this soap was used on the face and the hair, as well. her skin went from turning blue from the temperature of the water to bright red as the nurse scrubbed. another nurse poured a bucket of freezing water over her head to get her hair. johanna was yanked out of the tub and another nurse shoved a thin shift over her while she was still dripping wet.

it was necessary to settle in for the night as soon as possible. however, it was nearly impossible to catch a wink of rest. night nurses would come in every half and hour, they would loudly gossip to their co-workers, their heels clacked against the floor. johanna could hear a group of night nurses talking about her one night. but it wasn't only the nurses who kept her up.

the other patients, for the most part, weren't mentally well in some capacity. they were deemed insane by victorian standards, though by today they suffered from depression, anxiety, another mental illness, some sort of trauma, etc. there was one old woman who shouted about murder and getting the police all night. another begged for god to let her die. one claimed to dream of her mother taking her away and said that meant her mother would be there today to take her home. her mother never came.

the windows were open. the beds were hard. the patients laid on oilcloth. the sheet they were given didn't full cover patients of average height. and then they were awoken at 5:30 am to repeat all of this.

johanna sang. while the other patients yelled or cried themselves to sleep, she knew the only way for anthony to find her was for her to sing. he knew her voice. that's how he found her the first time. she sang lullabies and the song the beggar woman used to sing below her window. she sang about birds and of the freedom she was so close to having. she sang about love and she thought of anthony when she mumbled those pretty lyrics of everlasting devotion.

he would come for her one day. she would marry anthony on sunday.

sickness.

warnings for sickness, medical malpractice, drugs ( opium skip the section on morphine and laudanum ), drug withdrawals ( skip the sections on morphine and laudanum and the paragraph under that ), blood ( skip the section on bloodletting ).

"she told me that she had just gotten up from a sick bed. her appearance confirmed her story. she looked like one who had had a severe attack of fever. 'i am now suffering from nervous debility,' she said, "and my friends have sent me here to be treated for it.'" - nellie bly speaking of mrs. louise schanz, patient at blackwell's lunatic asylum

sickness was rampant in such institutions. during nellie bly's stay at the woman's lunatic asylum at blackwell island for her expose, she befriended a young woman named tillie mayard who had suffered from a fever to the point where her friends believed she went insane from the illness. they sent her to the asylum. miss mayard was still ill when she was brought to the island. she felt worse and worse as time went on. another young woman got sick because of the poor food. the nurses tried to feed her more of this food, which she refused because she couldn't stomach it especially when she was ill.

even if a patient sought them out, it was rare that a doctor would actually listen to a sick patient pleading for help. the nurses would tell such a patient to stop and the doctor would seek them out later. they never did.

when a patient was actually treated for their ailments, they were given similar treatments to what anyone else during this era would have been given, although usually at a much larger ( and unhealthier dose ) to get the patient to be quiet. these included:

bloodletting: doctors would make a small incision in the arm ( at the elbows was common or sometimes in the wrists ). patients were given a pole to squeeze until a sufficient amount of blood spilled out. the pole allowed the veins to pop more. it was collected in a bowl, under the incision. this practice came from the belief that the ailment was kept in the blood. bloodletting allowed the toxic blood to be separated from the body, thus healing the sick person. the body would be ready to make new, clean blood to fight whatever sickness remained. barbers tended to preform this procedure, but as fogg's was low on staff, they entrusted nurses to do it instead of having to hire a barber.

morphine: this is a strong opiate found in opium. morphine could be injected to treat pain such as menstrual cramps, morning sickness, asthma, headaches and shortness of breath. because it's an opiate, it is also highly addictive. one study conducted by the lancet named it the most addictive substance followed by cocaine and nicotine. withdrawal symptoms are intense and go through several stages. a large overdose can lead to death, however under the circumstances in fogg's, there wasn't proper treatment for overdoses and the nurses would rarely do anything about it if they accidentally gave a patient too much. the first reported case of morphine being used as a poison happened in 1822 when edme castaing was convicted of murdering a patient with a morphine overdose. it isn't known how many patients at fogg's met the same fate either on accident or on purpose.

laudanum: this was the ibuprofen of the 19th century. ten percent opium with up to fifty percent alcohol, it was often mixed with honey or other spices to make it more bearable on the tastebuds and used to treat all sorts of ailments: menstrual cramps, headaches, toothaches, diarrhea and slowing down breathing. it would make the user feel drowsy and euphoric, as these are side effects of opium. the more a person takes opiates, the more that person will need the next time as tolerance will quickly build up. it is highly addictive and causes intense mental impairments where the user will seem to be in a daze and be disconnected from real life. laudanum had two main uses in fogg's: sedate patients and treat pain.

withdrawals would be brutal if a patient's body and mind began to rely on these opiates. they can be intense enough to cause death. it should not be understated how brutal these drugs can be, but it's also important to remember that they didn't have better medicines. victorians did the best with what technology they did have. in fogg's, nurses tended to take advantage of these to deal with the patients.

nurses were not properly trained. these were typically unmarried women who were in need of a job. they couldn't take temperatures properly and rarely provided the help their patients needed.

treatments.

warnings for abuse and torture throughout this whole section, hyperthermia ( skip the section on ice baths ), forced drugging ( skip the section on forced drugging ), forced feeding and eating disorders ( skip the section on forced feeding and the paragraph below it ).

"i would like the expert physicians who are condemning me for my action, which has proven their ability, to take a perfectly sane and healthy woman, shut her up and make her sit from 6 am until 8 pm. on straight-back benches, do not allow her to talk or move during these hours, give her no reading and let her know nothing of the world or its doings, give her bad food and harsh treatment, and see how long it will take to make her insane. two months would make her a mental and physical wreck." - nellie bly, ten days in a madhouse

this is often the most infamous widely-spoken about parts of 19th century mental institutions. the lobotomy ( a surgery used to severe connections in the brain's frontal cortex, which could leave the patient needing to be institutionalized for the rest of their life ) is a common example in the brutality of these hospitals. however, that procedure wasn't performed until 1936. nonconsensual electric shock therapy wasn't adopted until the late 1930s. fogg's, like other victorian mental hospitals, used treatments such as:

restrictions/isolation: this included solitary confinement as discussed earlier and the use of straight jackets. straight jackets were usually made of canvas and when worn, a patients arms would be wrapped around their front and the back would be closed so it was impossible to get out without insistence. straight jackets weren't given out to any patient, though. these were used in cases where nurses became afraid a patient might hurt themselves or others. or, in some cases, if the patient tried to escape.

ice baths: hydrotherapy peaked in the 1850s. several different "types" of baths were invented during this period. it was already becoming popular beforehand. there were certain ways of bathing for lower back pain, for head colds, for period pains, for labor in childbirth, etc. certain kinds of baths were believed to help the mentally ill or disabled as well. however, this was done without the patient's consent. later in the century, turkish baths were used to help patients. however, this did lead to an incident in 1889 when several patients were killed due to poisonous gas. warm baths were also used to calm down the patients or for melancholic ones, but this was less frequent to the ice baths. these were used for those were who "aggressive" or "excitable." a patient would be shoved into the bath, sometimes with restraints over the tub so they wouldn't be able to get out. the nurses would pour more of the ice water on them. they would be left there for hours. this caused some patients to pass out or even die from hyperthermia. there were other methods of ice baths developed, but this was the most common at fogg's.

forced drugging: see above under treatments in the sickness section. patients were frequently sedated to calm them down or if they refused to sleep. typically, morphine was used in fogg's. johanna was unable or refused to sleep most nights. eventually, the nurses interfered by having a doctor inject morphine into her veins. she became reliant on that to be able to sleep.

forced feeding: this was the last resort for patients who refused to eat. in fogg's, most patients who refused to eat were ignored by the nurses and wouldn't get any treatment until a doctor caught on. loss of appetite was common among patients suffering from melancholia and grief as well as some paranoid patients who because of delusions believed the food was poisoned. tube feeding hadn't been invented yet so force-feeding patients would be used with a wooden spoon. a doctor would place a wooden spoon in the mouth and gently rotate to a right angle to keep the mouth open, taking care not to break any teeth. another spoon would place liquid or semi-solid food into the mouth. beef tea, raw eggs ground meat, custards, milk, ale, brandy and sherry would be used to feed the patients. some patients who were refusing to eat would be shown the force feeding process which usually prompted them to start eating.

johanna was not given a chance to be shown this. since she felt like she had little control over her life anymore, this triggered her eating disorder. out of the blue one afternoon while they were sitting, johanna was taken into a doctor's office and force-fed. this was one of the most traumatic parts of her visit. it happened a few times over the next week which made her sick. she made a deal with the doctor that she would start eating again if that meant she wouldn't have to be force-fed. she began taking as little food in as possible without dying. she was afraid of the threat of being force-fed again, but couldn't stomach the food was that served.

abuse.

obvious warning for abuse, mainly physical. skip this section entirely if you are sensitive to that topic.

"there isn't much fear of hurting you. shut up, or you'll get it worse."  -miss grupe, nurse at blackwell's lunatic asylum during nellie bly's investigation

it cannot be understated how abusive fogg's asylum was. these places live on in infamy today because of the abuse that happened within their walls. medical malpractice and nurses who weren't properly trained led to many premature deaths. ignorance played a huge part in why the mentally ill were treated like prisoners and like criminals. the causes of mental illnesses like depression and anxiety weren't known nor were proper ways of treating them.

on johanna's second day, an old woman in her hall suddenly collapsed during their sitting hours. when she was unable to get back up, the nurses verbally abused her and hit the poor old woman. eventually, they grew tired of her "antics" ( her crying and begging ) and threw her into the closest in the room. all of the other patients could only sit in horror as they listened to the old woman sobbing and screaming to be let out.

a few months in, one patient eventually got frustrated with mindlessly sewing and asked if she could go for another walk. at that, a nurse pushed her to the ground. another stepped on her fragile ribs until two of them cracked. when the doctor heard, they told him it was because that patient had rammed into the wall over and over again while the nurses tried to get her to stop it.

but the worse of the abuse happened in hall nine.

hall nine.

warnings for physical abuse throughout this entire section, warnings for mentions of chronic pain, spinal injuries, drowning and choking. this section if you need to skip it can be summarized with: johanna was physically abused by the nurses to the point it left her with chronic back pain.

"...to be corrected when they're naughty and rewarded with a sweetie when they're good." -jonas fogg

as described before, hall nine was another building of the hospital. johanna was brought to hall nine after accidentally slicing her arm open with a pair of sewing scissors. she hadn't slept at all the night before since the nurses hadn't injected her with any morphine. she hadn't even realized what happened. a nurse went over, grabbed her arm and showed another nurse. they began to vaguely question her which johanna didn't understand since she delirious. the next day during sitting time, a doctor approached johanna with further questions and had her come to his office again. after a brief examination, the doctors told the nurses to bring her to hall nine. this was when she perked up. she knew what hall nine meant.

she argued with the doctor. the scissors were an accident. she didn't mean to cut herself. she wasn't suicidal.

the doctor ignored her. the nurses checked her into hall nine.

the evenings were spent sitting. they were not allowed to sew. she was not allowed to sing. the nurses were much more cruel.

there were several times, the nurses would choose a patient they hated for little to no reason ( they were loud, they attempted to hurt someone else or themselves, they talked to their neighbor, etc. ) since johanna was quiet, they had her watch the windows and warn them if a doctor was coming. she didn't know if she should let the doctor come save the patient or if she should warn the nurses. another patient allowed the doctor to come. when the nurses were caught, they quickly fibbed. that patient was beaten so brutally, if it weren't for another patient whose late husband was a doctor, she would have died.

two and a half weeks into her stay at hall nine, she suddenly broke down. the weight of everything she experienced so far came crashing down. johanna wasn't able to keep as clean as she tried to be. she was afraid of them cutting off her hair since she could easily strangle herself in it if she tried. she was hurting. she wasn't allowed to sing. she wanted anthony to find her.

the nurses pushed her to the floor and beat her with a broom handle. they jumped on her lower back, injuring her internally. they tied her arms and feet. they threw a sheet over her head, twisting it so she could not breathe. they threw her into a bathtub and held her under the water until she passed out.

johanna woke in the infirmary. the nurses nor the doctors told her what was wrong with her. all she knew is that the pain in her back was so unbearable that she could not move. she wasn't able to swallow well to the point where another doctor had to come in and force feed until he discovered that it physically pained her to swallow. she was given some helpings of broth.

the injury in her back is what we would call a compression fracture in her spine today. this is a type of broken bone that can cause your vertebrae to collapse, making them shorter. because of johanna's eating disorder, her bone density is much less than the average human, making them more suspectable to breaking. she was lucky that her lower back didn't break altogether. she was kept in the infirmary for a few weeks until she had a slightly easier time swallowing solid foods and her back started to get better. she wasn't exactly aware of this time since she was on laudanum for most of it to ease her back pain.

she has a very faint memory of catching a fever from the patient next to her ( since beds were kept close together due to overcrowding in the infirmary ). for this, the doctors gave her a bloodletting while they thought she was asleep. johanna was not. this made her panic, but was unable to protect or fend for herself due to side effects of the drugs.

this compression fracture causes her to have lower back pain for at least another year since victorian medicine didn't have proper back braces. wearing a corset once she was out both helped and did not help. it kept her spine straight which eased the tension on her lower back, but caused pressure at different points of her back.

once she was well enough to go back to typical asylum living, she was bathed and brought to hall four. away from her two and a half hellish experience in hall nine.

johanna.

warnings for mentions of anorexia ( skip the paragraph that begins with "refusal to eat" ), self harm mentions ( this is accidental self harm, but skip the paragraph that begins with "harming oneself" ), sexual assault ( skip the paragraph that begins with "mr fogg was contacted beforehand." ) and a discussion on weight and bmi ( skip the paragraph that begins with "johanna was ninety pounds when she came to fogg's." ).

"poor child. she needs so much correction. she sings all day and all night and leaves all the other inmates sleepless." -jonas fogg

turpin picked out fogg's as a punishment for her disobedience not only because of his agreement with the owner, but also because this hospital was designed specifically for women. with a lack of men, there was less of a chance she would disobey him again. fogg's would "teach her a lesson" but, as he assumed, wouldn't leave her so unattractive that he would no longer desire her.

bamford came four times. the first under turpin's orders. this was about a month into her stay. it was long enough that turpin hoped she would be begging and pleading to return home to marry him. johanna refused bamford's offer. despite her having been bathed an hour prior to their meeting and given a new dress ( as was customary --- they didn't want any of the visitors to believe their patients were being mistreated behind closed doors ), he could see the horror of her brief stay in her eyes. he left, shaken to the core. the next was two weeks later. johanna refused him again. the next was another month later. despite how skinny she'd become ( for a girl who was already barely ninety pounds ), she refused. the last was another month later when bamford pleaded with johanna to let him bring her back. turpin was upet, but most of all, bamford couldn't get the image of his little annie in johanna's shoes. he felt horrible about the abuse she'd suffered. johanna refused.

in 1863, a superintendent at the royal edinburgh asylum, dr. david skae developed a system of diagnosis of the mental kind. these included: congenital insanity, epilpetic insanity, insanity of adolescence, climateric insanity ( menopausal ), insanity of pregnancy, insanity of lactation, hysterical insanity, traumatic insanity, general paralysis and insanity of unknown cause, among others. the medico-psychological association made their own list: mania, melancholia, general paralysis of the insane, epileptic mania, congenital defect with epilepsy, congenital defect without epilepsy and dementia. since this wasn't about fifteen years after johanna was diagnosed her official diagnosis included:

female hysteria: a common diagnosis for this time. it could be sued for a wide variety of mental ailments such as postpartum depression, pre-menstrual syndrome, or if a relative wanted to get rid of a female relative.

refusal to eat: anorexia would not be officially made a diagnosis until later in the century when queen victoria's personal physician did a case study. her refusal to eat would be a sign of "insanity" and the doctors and nurses could use it against her. during meals if a nurse wasn't too preoccupied, sometimes she would come around to where johanna was sitting and mock her for her skinny disposition and about how little she ate.

harming oneself: this would be added to her diagnosis after the sewing scissors incident that lead her to be kept at hall nine.

mr. fogg was contacted beforehand. he was prepared to meet johanna the second day she was at fogg's. he introduced himself. later on, johanna would learn that he had a habit of being unable to keep his hands to himself. that was a fact she quickly learned. he took every opportunity to touch her, to proof his dominance and control over her. it was humiliating. later on, johanna would whisper to anthony that her frequent meetings with mr. fogg made her felt like she hadn't left turpin's house at all. his excuse for meeting with her at least every two weeks came from the fact that they were low on doctors. fogg knew he needed to keep johanna alive for turpin to keep with their agreement.

johanna was ninety pounds when she came to fogg's. when she was in her infirmary, she was at her lowest at sixty-seven pounds. by the time anthony found her, she was seventy-one pounds. her bmi at her lowest was 12.7. a healthy bmi for her height is 17. she was severely underweight. her bmi by the time she escaped was 13.4, still severely underweight. she lost twenty-three pounds during her stay and barely survived.

in the end of march, anthony was finally able to find johanna. bamford was right about to visit her again, but changed his mind after seeing anthony. johanna's plan worked: anthony heard her singing.

a day later, anthony disguised himself as a wigmaker. he came into the asylum and anthony directed fogg to where he saw johanna. she made no noise. anthony grabbed her. fogg threatened both of their lives. when anthony hesitated, johanna didn't: she shot fogg.

her nine-month stay in fogg's shook johanna to her core. it would be another long few months of getting settled into plymouth, trying to recover from such trauma and trying to live a normal life. because of her nightmares and her reliance on opium, johanna would struggle to fall asleep at night. she had an increased fear of doctors and refused to see any for the pain in her back. the next few months and years would be difficult despite her newfound happiness, but she would thank god every night for the rest of her life that she escaped. even if it meant she had to shoot fogg.

johanna would never take a bath or a good night's sleep for granted again. she is safe, but some nights, her mind brings her back to fogg's. she's beyond grateful for the support she has and her slow, but steady healing process.

[thosearentcrimes]

Surveiller et Punir is a book by Michel Foucault. I found it difficult to read, as French is not my native language, and Foucault has a tendency to write long sentences in long paragraphs accompanied by long citations of primary sources. By the time I finish a paragraph I have quite frankly usually forgotten how it started, and I'm not sure this is a mere accident of writing or an inevitable consequence of the depth of the ideas involved. Foucault was something of a troll, and parts of this book are fairly obviously trolling. Nonetheless, the book is thick with genuinely interesting observations and fascinating citations. The book consists essentially of two parts. The first, significantly longer part, presents a mostly dispassionate history of a particular technology of power. The second is a much more obviously politicized sort of invective against the institution of the prison and against the most common reforms proposed to it.

The primary point of Surveiller et Punir seems to be that in what Foucault calls the classical period in Europe (17th and 18th centuries, yes this is confusing) a technology for the management of what we might call human resources was developed and broadly applied. The basic elements of this technology are observation and classification. The observation might take the form of an overseer, or an examination, an inventory. The important part is that information is being recorded, contextualized, analyzed, and applied at scale. The purpose of classification is not only to assign people to positions they will be more effective in, but also to prevent undesirable behaviors and social contacts and promote desirable ones. In addition to this, the classification can become a tool for the punishment of offenses against its own rules, using the threat of reclassification into a less pleasant, less prestigious class.

This technology, Foucault says, is extremely powerful, allowing the user to produce more effect with less force. In the vast majority of cases, application of this technology will lead to significant increases in productivity. The gains are not merely those of specialization, or the psychological effect of observation, though these are considerable and may well be the initial impulse to impose the system. What is essential about this system is that in principle everyone knows exactly where they need to be, what they need to do, and how to do it. Further, everyone who needs to know knows all of these things too, and can design the tools and the physical spaces in which the activities take place accordingly. The effects of these changes are theoretically visible in your measurements and observations, allowing a rapid optimizing cycle of intervention-result. In practice, anyone who has been subject to a KPI regime knows how easy it is to maximize metrics at the cost of overall effectiveness. But the power of optimization to increase measured performance is undeniable.

The specific point of origin of this technology is unclear to me, and Foucault isn't much help. Militaries are early adopters as they professionalize, but paradoxically when they first design their codes under the influence of particularly devout political leaders and they are primarily taking inspiration from monastic codes, but then the monastic hierarchy references Roman military hierarchy. Perhaps Bret Devereaux would be a good person to tease out which parts of the system Foucault describes the Romans had, and where they got them. Unfortunately I don't expect Devereaux would find Foucault appropriately intellectually humble or precise.

The standard form of a Foucault argument is roughly this, first Foucault presents some straightforwardly true and obvious elements that would seem to naturally apply in all forms of social organization, but when you really think about it do not really seem applicable as described to medieval society outside of monasteries. Then Foucault declares that they were first introduced in a particular domain (school, workplace, prison, army, hospital) with objectives that are obviously and totally deranged and dystopian. Reading this, you imagine that Foucault is speaking of some sort of subconscious motivation, an effect of an implementation of a reform that is not consciously intended but serves a politically repressive function. Then Foucault gives you a citation of a specific highly influential figure presenting the reform that introduces those elements to that domain, explicitly presenting the deranged political project as their vision of a utopian society.

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Top Online Platforms For SHRM Certification Training Courses

The field of human resources (HR) is evolving rapidly, and professionals must keep upgrading their skills to stay relevant. One of the best ways to achieve this is by pursuing accredited HR certification programs, such as SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) certifications. These certifications validate your expertise and help you excel in your HR career. In today’s digital era, online platforms make it convenient for HR professionals to access world-class training. At Rooted HR, we understand the importance of quality education and provide insights into the best online platforms for SHRM certification courses. Why Pursue SHRM Certification? The SHRM certification courses are globally recognized and designed to help HR professionals build strategic and operational skills. Whether you are an experienced HR manager or just starting your career, these certifications enhance your credibility and open doors to better opportunities. Key benefits of SHRM certifications: Gain advanced knowledge of HR policies and practices. Stay updated with the latest industry trends. Improve your leadership and decision-making skills. Boost your chances of promotions and higher salaries. Now that you understand the importance of SHRM certification, let’s explore the best online platforms offering HR accredited programs.

SHRM Learning System The official SHRM Learning System is one of the most trusted platforms for SHRM training. It provides comprehensive study materials, interactive tools, and expert guidance to help you prepare for the SHRM-CP (Certified Professional) and SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) exams. Features: Self-paced learning modules. Practice questions and mock exams. Mobile-friendly interface for learning on the go. Why Choose SHRM Learning System? Being the official provider, it ensures the highest standards and up-to-date content aligned with the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (SHRM BASK).

LinkedIn Learning LinkedIn Learning is a popular platform for professional development, including SHRM certification courses. It offers tailored courses to help you understand key concepts and prepare for certification exams. Features: Video tutorials from experienced HR professionals. Access to additional resources like e-books and templates. Integration with LinkedIn to showcase your certification. Why Choose LinkedIn Learning? It’s an excellent choice for networking opportunities while enhancing your HR skills.

Coursera Coursera partners with top universities and organizations to offer high-quality HR accredited programs, including SHRM-aligned courses. It provides flexible options for learners with varying schedules. Features: Interactive assignments and quizzes. Certificates recognized by top employers. Financial aid options for eligible learners. Why Choose Coursera? Coursera is ideal for those seeking affordability and flexibility without compromising on quality.

Udemy Udemy is another popular platform offering affordable and beginner-friendly courses in HR. While it doesn’t provide official SHRM certification, it has preparatory courses that cover essential topics. Features: Affordable pricing with frequent discounts. Lifetime access to purchased courses. Step-by-step tutorials for exam preparation. Why Choose Udemy? It’s a budget-friendly option for individuals exploring HR concepts or preparing for SHRM certification.

HR Certification Institute (HRCI) The HR Certification Institute offers a range of globally recognized HR accredited programs, including courses aligned with SHRM certifications. It focuses on developing strategic and practical HR skills. Features: Comprehensive training materials. Real-world case studies and examples. Access to professional development resources. Why Choose HRCI? HRCI is a trusted name in HR certification, making it a reliable choice for career growth.

edX edX is a leading online learning platform offering SHRM-aligned courses in partnership with prestigious universities. It focuses on helping professionals understand advanced HR concepts. Features: University-level training programs. Self-paced learning options. Verified certificates to enhance your resume. Why Choose edX? If you’re looking for in-depth, university-standard training, edX is the perfect platform.

Rooted HR At Rooted HR, we are dedicated to providing HR professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. Our platform offers personalized guidance and curated resources for SHRM certification. Features: Expert-curated content aligned with SHRM standards. Affordable training programs tailored for Indians. Mentorship and support from experienced professionals. Why Choose Rooted HR? Our platform is designed to make SHRM certification courses accessible and relevant for Indian HR professionals, ensuring they excel in their careers.

How to Choose the Best Platform for SHRM Certification With so many options available, choosing the right platform can be overwhelming. Here are some factors to consider: Accreditation: Ensure the platform offers HR accredited programs recognized globally. Flexibility: Look for self-paced courses if you have a busy schedule. Cost: Compare prices and choose a platform that fits your budget. Resources: Check if the platform provides study materials, practice tests, and expert guidance. Reputation: Read reviews and testimonials to gauge the platform’s credibility.

Conclusion Investing in SHRM certification courses is a significant step toward advancing your HR career. Online platforms make it easier than ever to access quality training and prepare for certification exams. Whether you choose the official SHRM Learning System, LinkedIn Learning, or a personalized program from Rooted HR, each platform offers unique advantages tailored to your needs.

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Library and Digital Resources at AIU for Modern Learning

In today’s fast-evolving academic landscape, libraries and digital resources play a crucial role in facilitating comprehensive learning. Asian International University (AIU) recognizes this need and has developed a robust system of traditional and digital learning resources to cater to the diverse needs of its students and faculty.

A World-Class Library

The physical library at AIU is a treasure trove of knowledge, offering a vast collection of books, journals, research papers, and reference materials across various disciplines. From classical literature to the latest academic publications, the library caters to the intellectual curiosity of every student.

Extensive Collections: The library houses thousands of volumes covering subjects like science, technology, humanities, and business studies.

Research Support: With dedicated spaces for research and access to specialized publications, students can engage in in-depth study and innovation.

Comfortable Environment: The library offers a serene setting with individual and group study areas, enabling focused learning.

Cutting-Edge Digital Resources

In an era where digital access is paramount, Asian International University has invested heavily in creating a seamless online resource platform. The university’s digital resources include:

E-Libraries: Students can access a wide range of e-books, e-journals, and databases from anywhere, ensuring uninterrupted learning.

Learning Management System (LMS): AIU’s LMS integrates course materials, assignments, and interactive tools, streamlining the academic process.

Online Research Databases: Access to global databases like JSTOR, IEEE, and Scopus helps students stay connected with the latest academic and industry developments.

Multimedia Resources: AIU’s digital platform also includes videos, webinars, and podcasts to enrich the learning experience.

Personalized Support

AIU ensures that every student maximizes the potential of its library and digital resources by offering personalized support. Dedicated librarians and IT staff are available to guide users through the resources, recommend materials, and assist with technical queries.

Bridging Traditional and Modern Learning

AIU strikes a balance between traditional library setups and modern digital resources, ensuring students benefit from both worlds. Whether it’s a quiet corner in the library or an interactive session on the digital platform, AIU provides the tools for effective learning.

Enhancing Research and Innovation

With its comprehensive library and digital resources, Asian International University fosters a culture of research and innovation. The resources enable students and faculty to explore new ideas, conduct experiments, and publish impactful findings.

Conclusion

The library and digital resources at AIU are designed to meet the demands of modern education. By providing access to extensive physical collections and advanced digital tools, AIU equips its students with the knowledge and skills required for academic and professional success. Enroll at AIU and unlock a world of learning opportunities that pave the way for excellence and innovation.

[clinthora]

How Appointment Management Improves Clinic Productivity

An institution of ladrums named maxim, high performance in the count of productivity goes towards health care delivery. The appointment management system is very much an important cog in the wheel of operations in clinics. With the ease of appointment and resource management, clinics face becoming an excellent organization, focusing on their patients. This article has different ways in which modern solutions, such as clinic management system software or appointment scheduling software change the workflow of clinics and, therefore increase productivity.

Appointment Management in Clinics

It is an effective management of appointments that brings more than patient scheduling; it brings about the smooth working of a clinic. The effective management of appointments can reduce waiting times while, at the same time, maximize resource usage for the satisfaction of patients. Let's see how new technologies respond to such things.

Role of Clinic Management System Software

Modern clinics are put under prescription of clinic management system software to work at the peak operational efficiency. They have been designed to cover different functionality in clinics, starting from appointment schedules and bills to recording patient data and communication.

Data Management: The records, history, and time of the staff for various purposes would be managed from the central point.

Access to live update: Conflicts arise from scheduling as staff would find out about the live updates.

Customization Features: Specialties-specific scheduling parameters for appointment lengths.

Clinic Appointment Scheduling Software: Revolution

The appointment scheduling software of high quality puts an end to guessing with schedules for clinics. These smart systems base their optimization of time slots and reduction of no-shows on artificially intelligent algorithmic techniques and strategies.

The online portals allow patients to book themselves.

Real-Time Slot Availability: It shows the availability of slots. Therefore, it prevents overbooking.

Reminder Notifications: Computerized short message service or e-mail reminders reduce last-minute cancellations.

Time-Efficiency Attributes of Appointments Management Software

The other benefit of clinic management system software is that it saves time. The automation of time-consuming tasks saves the clinics' time so that they can dedicate it to their staff to give better quality health care.

Scheduling: Noticeably decreases human error involved in manual data input.

Reminder Systems: Educate patients on the appointment that is an enabler to the staff.

Access with Electronic Health Records: The check-in process of the patient is quick and the record of the patient is the most recent and accurate one.

How Automation Affects Clinic Productivity

Automation removes redundancies. For example:

Appointment Confirmations: This happens in lesser time; therefore, staff have more time to attend to the patient.

Less Downtime: The schedules are made in such a way that every and all slots is used in their best way.

Better Utilization of Staff by Technology

The clinic staff utilization software makes sure that clinic staff is used properly. It helps clinics to find the correct assignment of staff during peak times so that the patients do not have to wait.

Peak Hour Analysis: The software determines the peak hours and increases the number of staff at such times.

Workload Balancing: Overloading is reduced as tasks are evenly balanced.

Skill-Based Assignment: The patient's needs are matched with the appropriate healthcare provider.

Reducing Burnout in Healthcare Personnel

Proper schedules help staff members feel well beyond working for the benefit of their patients. Proper distribution of workloads can reduce the burnout and enhance clinic morale as a whole.

Effect on the Clinic Operations

With good appointment management, everything will eventually fall into place for the clinic—from patient check-in to billing; all these will be easy enough, facilitated by one another.

Bottlenecks are kept to a minimum: Visit scheduling ensures the patients are seen at scheduled times and not compelled to wait in the queue for long hours.

Effective Communication: Patients are also notified of changes, thus no confusion is created.

Better flow of patients: Assured boarding passing to ensure a constant flow of appointments without jamming.

  Why Patient Satisfaction Matters

Happy patients may return and refer the patients to the clinic. Appointment management is effective and should include:

Short Wait times: Patients like time-bound service.

Effective Communication: Due to less schedule alteration resulting from miscommunication.

Seamless Experience: A seamless visit leaves a lifelong experience.

Data Analytics in Appointment Management

The data analytics that are to be integrated with the clinic management system software will make clinics take decisions on a strong basis.

Appointment Trends: It can detect peak and off-peak hours.

No-Show Rates: Forecasts and prevents the cancellation of appointments.

Performance Metrics: It will be able to track the efficiency of the staff and their satisfaction.

How to Apply Statistics to Continuous Improvement

Analysis of statistics, clinics can:

Alter their working hours according to the preference of the patient.

Develop an efficient method of reducing the no-show rate.

Train the staff with patient interaction skills.

Cost-Effectiveness of Appointment Scheduling Software

The long-term savings are created by investing in the appointment scheduling software.

Reduce Administrative Costs: Automation decreases the requirement for this overwhelming administration.

Good Profits: The revenue cycles improve as more appointments are made.

Avoided Penalties: Once again, because the record is maintained properly, this reduces compliance issues.

Return on Investment (ROI)

Clinics that implement scheduling software will have increased productivity and higher patient retention percentages, thus worth the amount spent.

Telemedicine with Scheduling Software

Telemedicine has brought a complete paradigm shift to the cosmos of discussion of patients with appointment scheduling software that has turned in the correct direction.

Online Appointment: It facilitates the setting of virtual consultations for patients.

Time Zone Management: Captures time for national patients.

EHR Integration: It enables virtual visits to be recorded efficiently.

Benefits of Virtual Scheduling Systems

Scheduling software created by Telemedicine increases access to care for rural or geographically remote populations.

Compliance with Healthcare Regulations

Healthcare legislation requires clinics to keep appropriate records. Scheduling management systems ensure that this is done by:

Audit Trails: All activities associated with the appointment are tracked.

Data Storage: Patient data that is sensitive is kept secure.

Standardized Processes: The clinic follows industry standards when it comes to the care delivery process.

Tailoring Slot Management for Specific Specialties

Every specialty has its needs. An adaptable clinic management system will be able to cater to that effectively.

Extra time for patients: A clinic management system adjusts the slot according to specialties such as psychiatry.

Multiple provider scheduling: It will make it easy to manage a group practice.

Follow-Up Scheduling: Schedule patients for follow-ups, as such a patient will visit frequently and has chronic care conditions.

Benefits by Specialty

Example

Pediatrics: Decrease waiting time for little patients

Orthopedics: Book X-rays and a consultation simultaneously.

AI-Powered Predictions: Provide the best time for appointment scheduling based on previous behavior.

Voice-Activated Scheduling: Ease booking with virtual assistants.

Interoperability: Connect multiple healthcare platforms with ease.

Adopt Emerging Trends

Clinics that embrace these trends will be ahead in providing efficient, patient-centric care.

Why Choose Clinthora's Clinic Management System Software?

Clinthora brings the most advanced innovation to clinics that increases their efficiency.

Features Integration: Scheduling, billing, and clinic management with patients created in one system.

Ease-of-use interfaces: Simple to be used by both the staff and patients

Modular solution: It grows as per the requirement of your clinic.

Conclusion

Indeed, a world so poor in time and resources is witnessing tremendous value in management software and appointment scheduling software; it is not just the perfect lifesaver. Such systems optimize productivity by eliminating repetitive tasks, enhancing the distribution of staff, and allowing for smooth patient flow. With efficient appointment management systems, clinics can look forward to efficient processes, smooth workflows, and patient- and staff-friendly approaches. This creates more time for care. Clinic management in the future has much promise with such innovative solutions as Clinthora's software does. Therefore, the world's best clinic is built, utilizing the most advanced technology in infrastructures for superior care combined with maximum efficiency.

[archiz-solutions2024]

How Appointment Management Improves Clinic Productivity

An institution of ladrums named maxim, high performance in the count of productivity goes towards health care delivery. The appointment management system is very much an important cog in the wheel of operations in clinics. With the ease of appointment and resource management, clinics face becoming an excellent organization, focusing on their patients. This article has different ways in which modern solutions, such as clinic management system software or appointment scheduling software change the workflow of clinics and, therefore increase productivity.

Appointment Management in Clinics

It is an effective management of appointments that brings more than patient scheduling; it brings about the smooth working of a clinic. The effective management of appointments can reduce waiting times while, at the same time, maximize resource usage for the satisfaction of patients. Let's see how new technologies respond to such things.

Role of Clinic Management System Software

Modern clinics are put under prescription of clinic management system software to work at the peak operational efficiency. They have been designed to cover different functionality in clinics, starting from appointment schedules and bills to recording patient data and communication.

Data Management: The records, history, and time of the staff for various purposes would be managed from the central point.

Access to live update: Conflicts arise from scheduling as staff would find out about the live updates.

Customization Features: Specialties-specific scheduling parameters for appointment lengths.

Clinic Appointment Scheduling Software: Revolution

The appointment scheduling software of high quality puts an end to guessing with schedules for clinics. These smart systems base their optimization of time slots and reduction of no-shows on artificially intelligent algorithmic techniques and strategies.

The online portals allow patients to book themselves.

Real-Time Slot Availability: It shows the availability of slots. Therefore, it prevents overbooking.

Reminder Notifications: Computerized short message service or e-mail reminders reduce last-minute cancellations.

Time-Efficiency Attributes of Appointments Management Software

The other benefit of clinic management system software is that it saves time. The automation of time-consuming tasks saves the clinics' time so that they can dedicate it to their staff to give better quality health care.

Scheduling: Noticeably decreases human error involved in manual data input.

Reminder Systems: Educate patients on the appointment that is an enabler to the staff.

Access with Electronic Health Records: The check-in process of the patient is quick and the record of the patient is the most recent and accurate one.

How Automation Affects Clinic Productivity

Automation removes redundancies. For example:

Appointment Confirmations: This happens in lesser time; therefore, staff have more time to attend to the patient.

Less Downtime: The schedules are made in such a way that every and all slots is used in their best way.

Better Utilization of Staff by Technology

The clinic staff utilization software makes sure that clinic staff is used properly. It helps clinics to find the correct assignment of staff during peak times so that the patients do not have to wait.

Peak Hour Analysis: The software determines the peak hours and increases the number of staff at such times.

Workload Balancing: Overloading is reduced as tasks are evenly balanced.

Skill-Based Assignment: The patient's needs are matched with the appropriate healthcare provider.

Reducing Burnout in Healthcare Personnel

Proper schedules help staff members feel well beyond working for the benefit of their patients. Proper distribution of workloads can reduce the burnout and enhance clinic morale as a whole.

Effect on the Clinic Operations

With good appointment management, everything will eventually fall into place for the clinic—from patient check-in to billing; all these will be easy enough, facilitated by one another.

Bottlenecks are kept to a minimum: Visit scheduling ensures the patients are seen at scheduled times and not compelled to wait in the queue for long hours.

Effective Communication: Patients are also notified of changes, thus no confusion is created.

Better flow of patients: Assured boarding passing to ensure a constant flow of appointments without jamming.

  Why Patient Satisfaction Matters

Happy patients may return and refer the patients to the clinic. Appointment management is effective and should include:

Short Wait times: Patients like time-bound service.

Effective Communication: Due to less schedule alteration resulting from miscommunication.

Seamless Experience: A seamless visit leaves a lifelong experience.

Data Analytics in Appointment Management

The data analytics that are to be integrated with the clinic management system software will make clinics take decisions on a strong basis.

Appointment Trends: It can detect peak and off-peak hours.

No-Show Rates: Forecasts and prevents the cancellation of appointments.

Performance Metrics: It will be able to track the efficiency of the staff and their satisfaction.

How to Apply Statistics to Continuous Improvement

Analysis of statistics, clinics can:

Alter their working hours according to the preference of the patient.

Develop an efficient method of reducing the no-show rate.

Train the staff with patient interaction skills.

Cost-Effectiveness of Appointment Scheduling Software

The long-term savings are created by investing in the appointment scheduling software.

Reduce Administrative Costs: Automation decreases the requirement for this overwhelming administration.

Good Profits: The revenue cycles improve as more appointments are made.

Avoided Penalties: Once again, because the record is maintained properly, this reduces compliance issues.

Return on Investment (ROI)

Clinics that implement scheduling software will have increased productivity and higher patient retention percentages, thus worth the amount spent.

Telemedicine with Scheduling Software

Telemedicine has brought a complete paradigm shift to the cosmos of discussion of patients with appointment scheduling software that has turned in the correct direction.

Online Appointment: It facilitates the setting of virtual consultations for patients.

Time Zone Management: Captures time for national patients.

EHR Integration: It enables virtual visits to be recorded efficiently.

Benefits of Virtual Scheduling Systems

Scheduling software created by Telemedicine increases access to care for rural or geographically remote populations.

Compliance with Healthcare Regulations

Healthcare legislation requires clinics to keep appropriate records. Scheduling management systems ensure that this is done by:

Audit Trails: All activities associated with the appointment are tracked.

Data Storage: Patient data that is sensitive is kept secure.

Standardized Processes: The clinic follows industry standards when it comes to the care delivery process.

Tailoring Slot Management for Specific Specialties

Every specialty has its needs. An adaptable clinic management system will be able to cater to that effectively.

Extra time for patients: A clinic management system adjusts the slot according to specialties such as psychiatry.

Multiple provider scheduling: It will make it easy to manage a group practice.

Follow-Up Scheduling: Schedule patients for follow-ups, as such a patient will visit frequently and has chronic care conditions.

Benefits by Specialty

Example

Pediatrics: Decrease waiting time for little patients

Orthopedics: Book X-rays and a consultation simultaneously.

AI-Powered Predictions: Provide the best time for appointment scheduling based on previous behavior.

Voice-Activated Scheduling: Ease booking with virtual assistants.

Interoperability: Connect multiple healthcare platforms with ease.

Adopt Emerging Trends

Clinics that embrace these trends will be ahead in providing efficient, patient-centric care.

Why Choose Clinthora's Clinic Management System Software?

Clinthora brings the most advanced innovation to clinics that increases their efficiency.

Features Integration: Scheduling, billing, and clinic management with patients created in one system.

Ease-of-use interfaces: Simple to be used by both the staff and patients

Modular solution: It grows as per the requirement of your clinic.

Conclusion

Indeed, a world so poor in time and resources is witnessing tremendous value in management software and appointment scheduling software; it is not just the perfect lifesaver. Such systems optimize productivity by eliminating repetitive tasks, enhancing the distribution of staff, and allowing for smooth patient flow. With efficient appointment management systems, clinics can look forward to efficient processes, smooth workflows, and patient- and staff-friendly approaches. This creates more time for care. Clinic management in the future has much promise with such innovative solutions as Clinthora's software does. Therefore, the world's best clinic is built, utilizing the most advanced technology in infrastructures for superior care combined with maximum efficiency.

[topscoree]

Are You Falling Behind in NEET Preparation? Here’s How to Catch Up!

Preparing for the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) can seem like a tough and demanding journey. With vast syllabi, intense competition, and high expectations, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. If you’re worried about falling behind in your preparation, don’t panic. The key is to assess where you are, identify gaps, and take focused steps to regain control. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you catch up and move closer to your NEET goals.

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1. Assess Your Current Situation

The first step to catching up is understanding where you stand in your preparation. Ask yourself these questions:

Which topics have I completed?

Which subjects am I lagging in?

How effectively am I using my study time?

Take a moment to reflect and identify the reasons behind falling behind. It could be procrastination, lack of proper planning, or difficulty understanding certain concepts. A clear diagnosis will help you create a targeted action plan.

2. Set Realistic Goals

Once you’ve identified your weak areas, set achievable and measurable goals. Break the syllabus into smaller chunks and assign specific deadlines to each. For instance:

Complete three chapters of Biology in the next two weeks.

Solve 50 Physics numericals daily for a month.

Setting micro-goals ensures that you stay motivated and track your progress consistently.

3. Prioritize High-Impact Topics

NEET preparation is as much about smart work as it is about hard work. Different topics hold varying levels of importance in the exam. Focus on high-yield topics that are frequently asked, such as:

Biology: Human Physiology, Genetics, and Ecology.

Physics: Mechanics, Electrodynamics, and Thermodynamics.

Chemistry: Organic Chemistry (Reaction Mechanisms), Coordination Compounds, and Chemical Bonding.

By mastering these areas first, you can secure a strong foundation and gain confidence.

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4. Create a Structured Timetable

A well-structured timetable can help you manage your time efficiently. Dedicate specific slots to each subject and topic. For example:

Mornings for studying new topics.

Afternoons for solving practice questions.

Evenings for revision and mock tests.

Remember to include short breaks to refresh your mind and prevent burnout. Stick to your timetable religiously, and adjust it as needed to accommodate unforeseen challenges.

5. Leverage Quality Study Resources

Falling behind often stems from ineffective study materials or resources. Ensure you have access to:

NCERT Textbooks: These are the backbone of NEET preparation.

Reference Books: Use supplementary books like HC Verma for Physics and MTG Fingertips for practice.

Online Resources: Platforms like YouTube, BYJU’S, or Unacademy offer valuable video lectures and doubt-clearing sessions.

Focus on clarity rather than quantity. Avoid overwhelming yourself with too many resources; instead, stick to what works best for you.

6. Practice, Practice, Practice

Regular practice is non-negotiable for NEET success. Here’s how to integrate practice into your routine:

Daily Problem Solving: Allocate time to solve numerical problems, especially in Physics and Chemistry.

Previous Year Papers: Analyze past NEET papers to understand question patterns and frequently asked topics.

Mock Tests: Take weekly mock tests to simulate the exam environment and improve your time management skills.

After each test, review your mistakes and work on weak areas to avoid repeating them.

7. Revise Consistently

Revising is essential for retaining knowledge and solidifying concepts. Dedicate at least 2–3 hours daily to revising previously studied topics. Use the following strategies:

Create concise notes for quick reviews.

Use flashcards for memorizing formulas and key points.

Summarize topics in your own words to test your understanding.

The more you revise, the more confident you’ll feel during the actual exam.

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8. Seek Help When Needed

Don’t hesitate to seek help if you’re struggling with certain topics. You can:

Join a coaching class or online program for expert guidance.

Collaborate with peers for group study sessions.

Reach out to teachers or mentors for clarifications.

Clearing doubts promptly ensures that you don’t carry gaps in understanding as you progress.

9. Stay Positive and Avoid Stress

Catching up on NEET preparation can feel stressful, but maintaining a positive mindset is crucial. Here’s how to manage stress:

Practice mindfulness or meditation to improve focus and reduce anxiety.

Stay physically active with light exercise or yoga.

Celebrate small milestones to keep yourself motivated.

Remember, progress matters more than perfection. Trust the process, and don’t let setbacks discourage you.

10. Focus on Health and Well-being

While chasing academic goals, don’t neglect your physical and mental health. A healthy body supports a sharp mind. Ensure you:

Get 7–8 hours of sleep each night.

Maintain a balanced diet with brain-boosting foods like nuts, fruits, and vegetables.

Stay hydrated throughout the day.

Good health will keep you energized and improve your overall productivity.

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Conclusion

Falling behind in NEET preparation doesn’t mean failure—it’s a temporary hurdle that you can overcome with determination and the right strategies. Start by assessing your position, set clear goals, prioritize important topics, and maintain consistent practice. Remember to stay positive and seek help whenever necessary. With focus and dedication, you can catch up and excel in your NEET exam. Keep pushing forward—success is within reach!

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Aviation Scheduling Software: Revolutionizing Flight Operations

In the fast-paced world of aviation, efficiency and precision are paramount. Whether it's managing a fleet of private jets, charter services, or commercial airlines, aviation scheduling software plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations. This advanced technology not only simplifies flight scheduling but also optimizes resources and enhances customer satisfaction. By using aviation scheduling software, flight crews, operators, and service providers can streamline their daily tasks, minimize delays, and maximize aircraft utilization.

Benefits of Aviation Scheduling Software

Aviation scheduling software provides numerous advantages, transforming the way flight operations are managed. One of the key benefits is its ability to centralize and automate flight scheduling. Manual processes, prone to human error and time consumption, are replaced with a digital system that can efficiently manage flight schedules, crew assignments, and aircraft availability in real-time.

This software improves communication between pilots, ground staff, and other stakeholders. Everyone involved in the operation can access up-to-date information, ensuring no confusion about flight statuses or changes. The automation of scheduling also reduces the risk of overbooking or missed flights, improving the overall efficiency of the operation.

Additionally, aviation scheduling software can integrate with other systems such as billing, customer service platforms, and flight tracking tools. This integration further streamlines operations and ensures data consistency across all departments, reducing administrative workload and improving decision-making processes.

Airplane Maintenance Software: Ensuring Safety and Compliance

While scheduling software is essential for smooth operations, maintaining the fleet’s airworthiness is just as important. Airplane maintenance software is specifically designed to track maintenance schedules, manage inspections, and ensure compliance with aviation regulations. Regular maintenance is crucial for the safety and performance of aircraft, and maintenance software helps operators adhere to regulatory requirements without missing deadlines.

Airplane maintenance software allows operators to schedule routine checks, track repairs, and monitor the overall health of each aircraft. This software typically includes detailed maintenance logs and records, making it easier to track a plane’s service history and ensure it’s up to date with all safety protocols.

Moreover, maintenance software can alert operators about upcoming service dates or when specific parts are due for replacement, preventing costly delays or safety issues. By ensuring that all necessary maintenance tasks are completed on time, airplane maintenance software helps avoid unscheduled downtimes and keeps fleets running at their highest potential.

The Future of Aviation with Integrated Software Solutions

The future of aviation lies in the integration of scheduling and maintenance software, creating a seamless workflow that connects all operational aspects of aviation management. By using both aviation scheduling software and airplane maintenance software together, operators can streamline everything from booking flights to ensuring the aircraft is in top condition.

For example, integrating these systems allows maintenance teams to access flight schedules and plan maintenance activities during downtime, optimizing aircraft availability. It also provides real-time data, so if there are any unexpected delays or maintenance issues, they can be addressed proactively, minimizing disruptions to flight schedules.

Moreover, as technology advances, the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in these software platforms is expected to further optimize operations. Predictive analytics could help anticipate maintenance needs or recommend scheduling adjustments to minimize operational inefficiencies.

For airlines, charter services, and aircraft owners, adopting these integrated software solutions from trusted providers like AvPro Software can greatly enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety and customer satisfaction. As the aviation industry continues to grow, embracing the power of aviation scheduling software and airplane maintenance software will be essential for staying competitive and ensuring smooth, safe flights.

In conclusion, integrating aviation scheduling software and airplane maintenance software is a game-changer for aviation businesses. Not only does it streamline operations, but it also ensures that flights are safe, timely, and well-maintained. As technology continues to evolve, these software solutions will only become more powerful and essential to the future of aviation management.

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"Biz Control: Streamlining Business Operations for Efficiency in Real Estate, HR, CRM, and Team Collaboration"

Blog Title: Biz Control: Streamlining Business Operations for Efficiency in Real Estate, HR, CRM, and Team Collaboration

URL: www.bizcontrol.in/blog/streamlining-business-operations

In an increasingly competitive business environment, the key to success lies in improving operational efficiency across multiple departments. Whether you’re a growing real estate firm, a large corporation, or a small startup, Biz Control offers a comprehensive solution to streamline your business operations and enhance productivity. With its integrated platform covering Real Estate, HR & Payroll, CRM, and Team Collaboration, Biz Control provides businesses with the tools they need to optimize daily operations and accelerate growth.

Let’s dive into how Biz Control can transform the way you run your business.

1. Real Estate Management Made Simple

The real estate industry is fast-paced, requiring quick decision-making, constant updates, and seamless communication between brokers, developers, and clients. Biz Control is designed to simplify real estate operations by providing an all-in-one solution for property management, lead generation, and deal management.

Real estate professionals can use Biz Control to:

Track property listings and deals: Whether you're managing residential, commercial, or industrial properties, Biz Control helps you keep everything organized in one place.

Streamline transactions: With features that allow for direct unit booking and property buying/selling across locations, transactions are smoother and more efficient.

Manage client relationships: By integrating CRM tools, Biz Control ensures that your real estate business can nurture client relationships and grow a loyal customer base.

2. Efficient HR & Payroll Management

Managing human resources and payroll can be time-consuming, especially in larger organizations. Biz Control streamlines HR & Payroll processes to save you time and reduce administrative burden.

Key features include:

Attendance tracking: Easily capture attendance for both in-office and remote employees with just a click.

Salary automation: The system automatically generates accurate salary slips based on attendance, leaves, and other factors, ensuring employees are paid on time.

Leave and time-off management: Employees can request leave, and managers can approve or reject it, all within the system, making it easier for both parties.

3. CRM for Enhanced Customer Relationship Management

Building strong relationships with customers is crucial for any business, and Biz Control offers a comprehensive CRM tool that helps you do just that.

Track leads and sales: Monitor your sales pipeline in real-time, ensuring you never miss an opportunity to convert a lead into a client.

Automate follow-ups: Set up automated reminders and emails to follow up with leads, keeping your business top of mind for prospects.

Manage client data: Store and organize all client information securely, so your sales and support teams can provide personalized service.

4. Boost Team Collaboration and Communication

A successful business relies on smooth communication and collaboration between team members. Biz Control includes robust tools for fostering teamwork, whether your employees are working remotely or in-office.

Features include:

Task and project management: Assign tasks, set deadlines, and track progress to ensure everyone is aligned on goals.

Real-time communication: Use the built-in messaging system to share information, ask questions, and stay in sync.

Document sharing and collaboration: Upload and share files, ensuring that everyone on your team has access to the latest documents, presentations, and reports.

5. Seamless Integration for Maximum Efficiency

Biz Control is designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing workflows, enabling your team to adopt the system quickly and with minimal disruption. Whether you're managing your real estate properties, handling HR tasks, or engaging with customers, all the data flows into one platform, making it easier to track performance and make informed decisions.

Conclusion

In the digital age, business efficiency is more important than ever. Biz Control offers a powerful, integrated platform that streamlines operations across Real Estate, HR & Payroll, CRM, and Team Collaboration. By automating tasks and centralizing business processes, Biz Control allows companies to save time, reduce errors, and focus on growth.

If you're looking for a comprehensive solution to boost your business operations, Biz Control is the answer. Start streamlining your operations today and experience the difference in your productivity.

For more information or to schedule a demo, visit us at www.bizcontrol.in.

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How a BBA Can Help You Build Your Own Startup

Again, as we can observe in today’s fast-changing business environment, it is easier to become an entrepreneur than it was in the past. For anyone who hence has the appetite of starting his/her own business, a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) could be that bridge that offers a direct gateway to transforming a dream into a reality. Especially, if one has to study BBA in a city that is a hub of commerce and educational institutions like Kolkata, the choice is as rewarding for beginning entrepreneurs. But how specifically can a BBA contribute to the construction of your startup? Let’s dive in.

1. Foundation in Business Knowledge

Business Management as a degree integrates all major learning areas of a BBA programme. As you’ll learn from marketing to financial to human resources and operation management you get to understand the entire system of business. These sets of knowledge are important especially when one is venturing into establishing their company since it familiarizes you with various functions of the company and makes you capable of making right decisions for the company.

2. Development of Entrepreneurial Skills

Most BBA programmes including the best colleges for BBA in Kolkata lay special importance in the manner in which students are groomed for entrepreneurship. Syllabus in entrepreneurship innovation and business strategies are all meant to impart knowledge of market opportunities, writing business proposals and strategies, and implementing them correctly. Such training is rather useful when you launch a startup and need to develop it from the ground up.

3. Access to Networking Opportunities

Another advantage that people fail to consider whenever they opt for a BBA is the wealth of resources, contacts, with students, faculties, and other professionals, which will be available to them. It is very important for developing a network within the start-up world and during the course of doing your BBA, you will find many chances to link with kindred spirits, coaches, even investors. This means that Colleges for BBA in Kolkata often offer ways in terms of events, seminars, and workshops to gain access to persons of influence.

4. Exposure to Real-World Experience

A majority of BBA programme provides Internship and Live Projects as part of their course module. Such experiences enables one to practice what he/ she has learned in class making the education gained to be practical. There is nothing more valuable than learning how business operate firsthand, or at least, from those who own a business or operate them, whether as startups or as well-established companies. Invaluable is the exposure on practical business when one is prepared to venture out on own business.

5. Financial Acumen

Finance is one of the most important factors that have to be mastered in order to succeed at a startup company. Al studying BBA curriculum, a person learns to coordinate the financial resources of the firm, prepare and presents financial statements, and appraisal of financial plans. In this course, you are going to grasp how to keep the books of a start-up, how to finance it, and how to guarantee steady revenue. Some of the Colleges offering BBA in Kolkata may also have concentrated that is useful in handling your startup’s finances.

6. Leadership and Team Management

Every businessperson who ventures into a startup wants to conceive a perfect idea that will be hugely profitable and sustainable in the market, but apart from the idea, every businessman must know how to manage and lead people to achieve the set goals. This is a way of pointing that a BBA programme assists an individual in mastering different leadership and team management skills. Here you will get to know the best ways to impose and encourage them, how to assign workload, and create a sound work culture. All these are important skills for andy person interested in establishing a new business firm.

7. Marketing and Branding Knowledge

Marketing and branding is ever a factor especially in the current world of new ventures which need marketing to survive. Courses offered under the BBA curriculum include marketing principles, consumer behavior and digital marketing among others. It will also enable you to understand how to spread the word of your startup, and create a good image to the masses to get their patronage.

8. Access to Resources and Support

Some of the best BBA colleges in Kolkata offer some facilities or assistance to the budding entrepreneur. This can involve the acquisition of a link to incubation facilities, entrepreneurship cells and innovation competitions. Mentoring of the participants, provision of funds for the development of business proposals, and provision of an environment in which the business concepts are established and evaluated. Concisely, BBA is an effective weapon for any candidate, who dreams about private enterprise. What it does is to provide one with a basic understanding of what business involves, enhance the practical business skills that one needs to run an enterprise, and most importantly link the student to the right people. If you are planning to start your own start-up then, it might be beneficial to join one of the top colleges offering BBA colleges in Kolkata. From the desire to gain work experience to leadership training, and from the mastery of finance for a startup to gaining exposure, BBA furnishes you to the need for success in the competitive environment of starting up. Kickstart your entrepreneurial journey with IQ City United World School of Business (IQ City UWSB), where innovative thinking meets practical business education. Admissions now to shape your future as a successful entrepreneur!

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Enhancing Guest Experiences and Streamlining Operations with a Hospitality Management System

In today’s fast-paced hospitality industry, delivering exceptional guest experiences while managing complex operations is essential for success. A Hospitality Management System (HMS) is a comprehensive software solution designed to automate and optimize the various facets of hotel and hospitality operations, from reservations and check-ins to housekeeping and customer relationship management (CRM). This blog delves into the benefits, core functionalities, and considerations when implementing an HMS, showcasing how it empowers hotels to provide outstanding service and stay ahead in a competitive market.

What is a Hospitality Management System? A Hospitality Management System is a digital platform that integrates different functions within a hotel or hospitality business, centralizing operations in a single interface. An HMS is crafted to enhance efficiency, streamline guest services, and ensure consistency across departments. Whether it’s a small boutique hotel or a large international chain, an HMS can be tailored to meet the specific needs of any hospitality business, helping it manage bookings, optimize staff scheduling, track inventory, and even personalize guest interactions.

Core Benefits of a Hospitality Management System

Enhanced Guest Experience: A key goal of any HMS is to enhance the guest experience by making interactions smoother and more personalized. From online bookings and seamless check-ins to real-time updates on room availability, the HMS ensures guests receive top-tier service at every stage of their stay. Many systems even provide CRM capabilities, allowing hotels to track guest preferences and deliver personalized services that make guests feel valued.

Increased Operational Efficiency: By automating processes such as room assignments, billing, housekeeping scheduling, and inventory tracking, an HMS minimizes manual tasks and the potential for human error. Staff can access real-time updates, ensuring that everyone is on the same page, and resources are allocated where needed, reducing bottlenecks and improving productivity across departments.

Streamlined Booking and Revenue Management: An HMS integrates with booking engines and travel websites, allowing hotels to manage reservations seamlessly and avoid overbooking. Additionally, advanced revenue management tools help optimize room rates based on demand patterns, maximizing occupancy and profitability. Hotels can set pricing strategies that adjust to market changes, ensuring they capture the most revenue possible.

Effective Housekeeping and Maintenance Management: Housekeeping and maintenance play a crucial role in a guest’s experience. An HMS enables better communication between housekeeping, maintenance, and front desk teams, ensuring that rooms are clean, well-maintained, and ready for guests. Managers can track room statuses, schedule cleanings, and receive instant alerts on issues requiring attention, allowing for quicker resolutions and consistent room standards.

Data-Driven Decision Making: With the help of built-in analytics, an HMS provides valuable insights into guest preferences, occupancy trends, and financial performance. Hotels can track key metrics such as average occupancy rates, room revenue, and guest satisfaction scores, helping them make informed decisions that boost operational effectiveness and drive profitability.

Key Features of a Hospitality Management System

Booking and Reservation Management: Simplifies booking by integrating online reservation systems with in-house management tools, avoiding overbooking and reducing cancellations.

Guest Check-in/Check-out: Digital check-in and check-out options improve guest convenience and reduce wait times, enhancing the arrival and departure experience.

Housekeeping Management: Real-time updates on room statuses ensure that housekeeping tasks are organized, reducing room turnover times and increasing staff productivity.

Billing and Payments: Centralized billing functions enable accurate tracking of guest expenses, creating a smoother payment process at check-out.

CRM and Guest History Tracking: Stores valuable data on guest preferences, which can be used to personalize future stays, fostering loyalty and repeat business.

Implementing a Hospitality Management System: What to Consider

When choosing an HMS, it’s essential to consider your hotel’s specific needs, budget, and operational goals. Look for a system that offers scalability, integration with third-party applications (such as booking engines and payment gateways), and a user-friendly interface. A reliable vendor with experience in the hospitality industry is also vital for seamless implementation and ongoing support. Conducting staff training is also critical, as well-trained employees are key to utilizing the HMS to its fullest potential.

Conclusion A Hospitality Management System is more than just a tool for managing daily tasks; it’s a strategic asset that elevates the guest experience, enhances operational efficiency, and supports long-term growth. By automating complex processes and enabling data-driven decision-making, an HMS allows hotels to focus on what matters most: creating memorable experiences for guests. For hospitality businesses looking to stand out in a competitive industry, investing in an HMS is a step toward excellence and sustained success.