Pharmacy Automation
Automation is a hardware solution that is used to perform repetitive functions associated with the prescription-filling process. Pharmacy automation is available from many different vendors and in a variety of steps tailored to the specific pharmacy needs based on volume and types of business. Their range is from simple counter-top pill counters to full robotics tied to workflow and the pharmacy-management system.1
When evaluating the needs for an automation system, consider the following concerns:
- Connectivity with your current pharmacy system.
- Percentage of total scripts that will be used in automation.
- Accuracy and maintenance, the track record of the automation you are considering.
- Projected growth of the pharmacy daily script count.
- Reduction in customer wait times1.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
To see a list of major vendors in the automation arena and a list of considerations visit Rx Technology Resource Center Automation and Robotics.
For a list of Parata Automation choices, visit www.parata.com.
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REFERENCE
1. Rx Technology Resource Center. Automation and Robotics List of Vendors. Accessed February 15, 2013.