20WAYS to Imp rove Pa tient C ar e & Phar mac y Pr ofi tabili ty OptiFill Provides a Comprehensive Technology Solution for Complex Fulfillment Challenges Tailored to market segment and individual client needs, OptiFill is a highly configurable family of technologies. No two installations are identical. FALL 2013 I Ret ail /Community • Spe cial ty • L TC 37 A Safer, More Efficient Workflow Process Through cutting-edge automation and optimized process management, the OptiFill® prescription fulfillment solution from AmerisourceBergen® provides the foundation for a high performance central fill operation ideal for retail chain and other high volume pharmacies. OptiFill can manage every aspect of your physical fulfillment process, from host system hand-off to order delivery. But more than that, it employs advanced validation and digital imaging processes that help ensure that every patient receives a complete and accurate order, at the right time – every time. Advanced Software Powers the Solution OptiFill harnesses the power of the PPS Management System, AmerisourceBergen’s industry-leading software solution. This robust, highly configurable application integrates and manages all aspects of the fulfillment process – including barcode validation, automated oral solid filling, manual filling, checking, and packing, as well as inventory and order control and reporting. Flexible and Scalable for Future Growth Looking to leverage your pharmacy to grow revenue through outpatient or employee scripts? Need to add another facility within your network? Ready to create efficiency through a hub-and-spoke distribution/central fill operation? Adding a new type of packaging to your capabilities for new markets? OptiFill has you covered. With flexible PPS software and modular hardware used by many of the world’s largest distribution operations, you can add or subtract components at any time. There is no better way to protect your technology investment while enabling your future business strategies. Ordering Information For more information about OptiFill from AmerisourceBergen Technology Group (ABTG), contact us at (877) 781-ABTG (2284), e-mail info@abtg.com or visit us at www.ABTG.com. Your Choice of Filling Technologies With OptiFill, you have a full range of filling technology options, from fullyautomated, to semi-automated, to manual which include: n OF-5 Filling Unit Our latest and most advanced filling unit, the OF-5 represents a state-ofthe art advancement in pharmacy automation design. OF-5 offers unparalleled flexibility in system design and upgradeability. In addition, it can use multiple types of dispensing canisters and is designed to incorporate future technologies. Ideal for operations managing 8,000 to 60,000+ scripts per shift. n OF-1 Filling Unit An oral solid dispensing platform that provides fully-automated bottle labeling, filling, imaging, and capping. Typically used in operations ranging from 4,000 to 40,000 scripts per shift, the OptiFill unit can be configured in a line of four to eight dispensing cabinets, each containing 128 canisters. n OF-2 Filling Unit Uses the same calibrated dispensing canister as the original OptiFill unit, but with a more compact footprint. Ideal for lower volume operations ranging from 800 to 3,500 scripts per shift. A typical OF-2 unit has either four or five dispensing cabinets with 128 canisters each. n FastFill® 220 Filling Unit Ideal for lower-volume pharmacies handling 500 to 1,500 scripts per shift. Additional units can be integrated to provide scalability to higher volumes, if needed. n FastPak® EXP Compliance Packaging Unit Provides a pouch packaging option for clients with unique needs. n FastFill® 54 Units Support lower levels of dispensing automation for specialized situations. FastFill 54 devices provide a secure dispensing option for controlled substances. In addition, you can choose from multiple transport methods, including manual transport, standard conveyor, and “smart” conveyor capabilities. AmerisourceBergen professionals will help you design the right solution for your current requirements, and will be there to provide expert consulting when it is time to modify your system for future growth. Vice President/ General Manager: Tony Guarino Founded: 1994 Employees: 250+ Toll-free Phone: (877) 781-ABTG (2284) Address: AmerisourceBergen Technology Group 1400 Busch Parkway Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 Website: www.abtg.com
20Ways Fall 2013 Issue: Community - Specialty - LTC
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