KMsoft Newsletter, June 2024
Scan4Safety & IMSs: Shaping the UK Healthcare Sector
Inventory management systems (IMSs) play a crucial role in healthcare settings, with half of all NHS trusts having implemented them. Given the importance of traceability and data accuracy in ensuring the effective delivery of patient care, the NHS is committed to accelerating the adoption of inventory management systems and point-of-care scanning across all trusts as part of the NHS England Commercial Strategic Framework.
Since the introduction of the Scan4Safety initiative in 2016, which requires NHS trusts to adopt reliable inventory management systems to accurately capture data and attribute it to patients using electronic patient records, the results thus far demonstrate the transformative impact of Scan4Safety, highlighting its potential for generating time and cost savings for the NHS when implemented on a national scale across more trusts.
The implementation of inventory management systems to support this initiative has the potential to reshape care delivery methods and greatly improve patient outcomes. Inventory management, as an essential Scan4Safety component, offers countless benefits to healthcare facilities.
Read our latest blog post to learn more: Scan4Safety & IMSs: Shaping the UK Healthcare Landscape (kmsoft.co.uk)
New Products Added to Datalogic's Popular Product Range
Datalogic have unveiled their latest series of rugged mobile computing devices. The Memor 30/35 devices feature the latest technology that enables users to maximise their time and improve efficiency.
Equipped with state-of-the-art Halogen scan engines, Deepsight barcode decoding technology, and advanced scanning capabilities, these new additions to the Memor family offer exceptional connectivity both indoors and outdoors. They also feature a larger, brighter 6-inch display with adjustable brightness to suit any environment.
These versatile 5G-compatible devices are suitable for a wide range of industries and settings, ensuring future-proof solutions that enhance workflows and performance. KMsoft’s software seamlessly integrates with Datalogic’s mobile devices, providing users with complete and effective solutions.
If you would like to learn more about the latest devices or any of our services, get in touch today.
2024 Marks 50 Years of Barcode Scanning Innovation
On June 26th 1974, the very first barcode was scanned on Wrigley's gum by Magellan Model, developed by Spectra Physics, which is now part of Datalogic.
This technology has continued to develop significantly over the years, and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for barcode technology innovation!
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Industry News & Updates
Public Sector organisations can now apply for an award from the Innovation Procurement Empowerment Centre (IPEC), which recognises innovative approaches to procurement.
NHS England has abandoned its plans for a procurement framework for digital technology in primary care, and is now exploring an alternative approach.
Understanding Patient Data, in collaboration with the NHS Confederation and its ICS Network, has published a new report on the use of data within Integrated Care Systems (ICSs). The report reveals significant variations in how effectively ICSs utilise patient data. ?
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