The knowledge base of laboratory professionals makes them well-suited to oversee POCT to ensure its quality, and simultaneously can increase their visibility and overall contribution to the care team.
September 27, 2019In this Orchard Software white paper, we discusses Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) throughout the lifetime of the LIS, including startup, operational, and retirement costs.
November 26, 2018At Orchard Software, we are proud to work with laboratories that are working to rapidly diagnose and contain the spread of the disease. This is the first of a COVID-19 blog post series to help add some clarity to the situation.
March 13, 2020Learn how improving test utilization is the first step in laboratory stewardship. This blog from Orchard Software explores strategies for optimizing test usage, enhancing patient care, and reducing costs in healthcare settings.
February 27, 2019Laboratory professionals have long struggled with the conundrum of having non-laboratory trained operators performing point-of-care testing (POCT), which can result in pre-analytical errors. With...
September 6, 2018Installing a new LIS is an exciting yet stressful, undertaking. Every step of your laboratory’s workflow is impacted. It is wise to carefully think through all the implementation steps and make sure you are properly prepared before a new LIS installation.
June 14, 2019One of the most difficult endeavors within healthcare organizations is managing change and creating a culture that is adaptable and “change-ready.” This concept has gained importance in light of the rapid changes taking place and the need to shift to a s
February 21, 2019Learn about the passing of the LAB Act and the one-year delay in PAMA reporting. This Orchard Software blog discusses the implications for laboratories and the healthcare industry, offering insights into how the delay impacts healthcare policy and operations.
April 1, 2020Explore how laboratories play a crucial role in value-based contracting in healthcare. Learn about the impact of lab data in improving patient outcomes and enhancing cost-efficiency in this insightful blog from Orchard Software.
June 12, 2020Discover key insights from a recent poll highlighting the major challenges faced by point-of-care coordinators. This infographic from Orchard Software sheds light on the obstacles these healthcare professionals encounter and the impact on patient care.
April 10, 2019Laboratories across the U.S. are quickly ramping up their ability to collect, process, and test for COVID-19. The pace of new development is impressive now that testing has moved beyond the CDC and into public health, reference, hospital, and commercial l
March 20, 2020Today’s healthcare system is focused on care across the entire care continuum, including efforts to engage patients in care decisions, with the goal of proactively improving the health of the...
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