This workshop will discuss several applications of pharmacy automation and technology some traditional and some that are quite unique. Starting with the use of essential data for decision support to effective return on investment analysis, the goal is to provide a broad overview of justifying and implementing a successful automation project. Case studies will be presented throughout to demonstrate unique experiences based on facility size and individual automation goals. At the conclusion of this workshop, attendees will have the knowledge and skill to immediately use these principles in their pharmacy.

Session Chair: Michael D. Sanborn, MS, RPh, FASHP

Carousel Technology: Managing the Supply Chain Aspect of Pharmacy Technology

Brian Cohen PharmD, MS

Developing an Acceptable and Achievable Return on Investment (ROI) Proposition for Pharmacy Automation

Michael D. Sanborn, MS, RPh, FASHP

Developing an Automation Strategy to Achieve Bar-Code Readiness as well as Enhance Pharmacist Clinical Activity

Melinda Cummins Joyce, FAPhA, FACHE

Practical Applications of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)

Ben Sperling, Director, RFID Programs, McKesson Provider Technologies

Leveraging the WiFi Network for Real-Time Location Systems )

Jesse White, Manager of Network Infrastructure, Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System

Supported by McKesson