Reduce the Number of Instruments Processed
With ORLocate™, OR managers can better understand the usage rates of each instrument in any given set. The data generated by the system enables management to plan the instrument replacement process better. With this new data, the SPD manager can reduce the number of instruments processed, which in turn will reduce the annual expense and increase the processed instrument’s longevity.
Reduce the Packing Time per Set
When using the ORLocate™ RFID technology in the SPD department, the packing process is automatically guided. Whether the packing technician is a trainee or experienced, the automated packing process is both easier and faster. The SPD manager can rely on having instrument sets delivered on time and with complete content accuracy.
Reduce the Learning Curve of New Hired SPD Technicians
The ORLocate™ touch screen packing station and supporting software is extremely robust and user-friendly, putting 100% tray accuracy and completeness within easy reach. The system also serves as an excellent training tool, improving staff proficiency in a very cost effective way.
Efficiently Managing Defective Instruments
The ORLocate™ is the only marketed RFID system that is able to track and monitor the history of a surgical instrument, and provide the SPD technician with alerts when an instrument requires maintenance. When a surgical instrument is identified as defective or requiring repair during a procedure in the OR, it will be electronically indicated, thus preventing the SPD team from repacking until the instrument is repaired or replaced.
Reduce Sterilization Cycles per Instruments
With ORLocate™, the SPD staff will know exactly how many times an instrument has been used, enabling management to plan the maintenance and replacement process better.
Reduce the Time Spent on Reconciling Counting Discrepancies
Complex and time-consuming counting procedures, previously conducted manually by OR nurses and technicians, can now be replaced by an efficiency-based automated system, saving time on both the counting process and on reoccurring discrepancies.
Recall Management
In the case of a recall, the SPD department can quickly locate the recalled instruments using the ORLocate™ RFID technology.