Baxter Productivity Systems

The 4 pillars of closed loop medication management

1.    Integration of efficient systems through Baxter’s interface suite

2.    Highly efficient design of dispensing processes

3.    Downstream interfacing with inspection and distribution systems

4.    Fast and easy bedside verification and administration in real-time

Pillar 1: Integration of CPOE/EPR systems through Baxter’s interface suite

In the fast-paced environment of hospitals, a multitude of computerized systems serves as crucial infrastructure for efficient and reliable patient management. Managing patient prescriptions in one or several CPOEs enables the digital transfer of prescriptions and data within hospitals and across external institutions. At Baxter, we aim to simplify this complexity.   And we do so by making sure our automated dispensing systems can be easily integrated with any CPOE/ EPR system, no matter the site or country. Through our in-depth understanding of hardware and software, we build customized interfaces around your individual system requirements to ensure perfect integration.

Pillar 2: Highly efficient design of dispensing processes

In an environment, where multi-tasking is a standard principle of work, reliable and frictionless drug dispensing processes are fundamental. 

The workflows for deblistering, the filling of cassettes and trays, the exchange of disposables and the actual processing of orders are designed to enable optimal usage of the packaging speed of our dispensing machines. All workflow steps are logged to ensure transparency and traceability.

Pillar 3: Downstream interfacing with inspection and distribution systems

Inspection and validation by a pharmacist before medication is released for administration is a regulatory requirement. Automated inspection systems can support pharmacists in fulfilling this task.

Our interfaces are designed to perfectly integrate with most available inspection systems on the market.   That way, a digital image of each pouch is archived, expected pouch content can be compared with the actual content and potential deviations are highligthed for further visual inspection and eventual repair if required.  

Pillar 4: Fast and easy bedside verification and administration in real-time

Ensuring that a patient’s details match with the medication dispensed takes time. 

Through integrated barcodes on the pouches, HCPs can confirm, crosscheck and feed information back into the patient’s electronic record in real-time via a simple scan. That way, the full medication loop is closed and documented.