Radio Frequency Identification Enhances Patient Safety Technology gains traction in health-system pharmacies for drug inventory and to automate applications. Technology
Optimizing RFID Solutions in Pharmacy As medical technology rapidly evolves, new intelligence products are continually leveraged to solve complex issues within health care systems. Technology
RFID-Tagged Medications and the Healthcare Value Chain Q&A with Chris Brown, RFID Subject Matter Expert, TSC Printronix Auto ID, Inc. Industry Insights
Solving for Complex Challenges in Medication-Use Process with RFID Q&A with Gordon Krass, CEO of IntelliGuard Industry Insights
Interoperability a Key Driver for RFID In Hospital Pharmacy The growing availability of manufacturer-enabled smart labels with RFID tags, along with increased interoperability between tagged medications and other pharmacy technology solutions, is paving the way for more hospitals and health systems to adopt RFID to track medications within their institutions. Standards Technology
Filling a Critical Role in Pharmaceutical Inventory Management Q&A with Anthony Scott, Director of Pharmacy Services at Emory University Hospital Industry Insights
Introducing RFID Insights in healthcare Fresenius Kabi is pleased to introduce “RFID Insights,” a content hub featuring curated topics and trends driving RFID in healthcare. Read the welcome message from Fresenius Kabi‘s Director of Medication Technology, Gwen Volpe RPh, LSSBB, FASHP. Industry Insights
RFID Uses, Benefits and Costs: Literature Review and Key Informant Interviews The Axia Institute and IntelliGuard teamed up to conduct research on the current state of RFID usage in hospital systems and its associated costs and benefits. Read the white paper. White Paper
ASHP Foundation Releases Report on Use of RFID Technology in Health Systems A new report from the ASHP Foundation explores the current and future use of RFID technology in medication-use systems. The report details factors that stimulate and hamper adoption of RFID technology in healthcare and pharmacy and the technology's potential impact on patient care. Technology
GS1 US Launches Cross-Industry RFID Discussion Group Inaugural Meeting to Feature Speakers from Walmart, Auburn University and RFID Journal Standards GS1 US
Pharma Company Releasing RFID-enabled OR Drugs Fresenius Kabi has developed a system of tagging its anesthesia and analgesic products so they can be read using any standard UHF RFID reader, thereby providing visibility into when drugs are received at a hospital, stored in cabinets and removed for administration to patients. Standards Case Study
Why Standards-Based Numbering Is Essential for RAIN RFID Encoding Learn RAIN RFID encoding best practices, how to choose a numbering system, and when to use standards-based numbering. Standards
The value of RFID-enabled medications Pre-tagged RFID-enabled pharmaceuticals are saving hospital pharmacies vital time and resources through managing the receipt, movement and use of medications. Workflow
RFID for Diversion Prevention Tools that help prevent and detect diversion are essential, particularly those that support secure storage and staff accountability. Read the article by Kimberly New, JD, BSN, RN to learn more. Technology
Virtual Healthcare RFID Workshop GS1 US hosted a free, virtual RFID Workshop bringing together healthcare stakeholders to define and prioritize industry needs for EPC-enabled RFID. See the findings. Webinar Insights
Fresenius Kabi Goes Above and Beyond DSCSA Requirements With the support and standards of GS1 US, the pharmaceutical manufacturer fulfills customer needs for an additional system to ensure the safe use of medication on a unit-of-use level. Standards GS1 US Interoperable
Leveraging RFID Tech for Medication Management Manufacturer-enabled smart labels with RFID tags can help healthcare organizations track drug inventory and reduce medication errors. Technology Innovation Smart Labels
RFID 201 for Any Business How to innovate with enhanced traceability — a webinar looking beyond the simple question of “Where is my stuff?” Webinar GS1 US Standards
Case Study: Fresenius Kabi First to provide healthcare providers with EPC-enabled RFID tagging at the dosage level Case Study Standards
Revolutionizing Patient Safety Webinar Series: Event Recap In April 2021, the Axia Institute, established by Michigan State University, hosted its second Revolutionizing Patient Safety webinar titled The Patient-Centric Supply Chain for Prescription Drugs. Slides from this session are available for download, as is the Zoom replay. Webinar Supply Chain
