In the second quarter of 2017, Pharmacy Purchasing & Products polled a random, nationwide sample of health system pharmacy directors. We queried these pharmacy leaders as to their current expenditures on pharmacy automation as well as future budget projections. In addition, we asked about automation usage, pharmacy staffing levels, and future automation expansion plans. Responses were solicited ... read more

The CPOE adoption rate is expected to continue apace as most of those without a system in place are planning an implementation within the next few years. The benefits of CPOE are enjoyed across facilities of all sizes and it is notable that the commitment to exclusive use of CPOE for all medication orders is also spiking across facilities of all sizes. For more information, visit www.pppmag.com/automation ... read more

Medication repackaging will remain an intrinsic component of pharmacy services for quite a while, as the inconsistent availability of medications in a ready-to-use format is unlikely to improve. Fortunately, there are a variety of well-rated repackaging options that provide pharmacy directors with strong solutions for establishing effective repackaging operations. For more information, visit www.pppmag.com/automation ... read more

The confirmatory control that IV workflow management tools bring to the often manual compounding process is widely recognized; yet, the pace of adoption in this class has been sluggish. Looking forward, investments in these cost-effective tools are projected to remain concentrated among the largest facilities. This is particularly concerning given the argument that patients at facilities of all sizes ... read more

Given their strong satisfaction ratings, ADCs deliver excellent value to their users. Many pharmacy directors are focused on expanding the benefits of this technology through restocking verification, monitoring software, and capacity upgrades. In the OR, there is an increasingly strong commitment to the adoption of specialized anesthesia cabinets in order to bring similar medication safety and accessibility ... read more