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RADARFIND’S “Sensor Network”
Why buy an asset tracking system that only tracks assets? Everyone knows asset trackers save hospitals money on equipment costs. But if that’s all they do, they’re yesterday’s technology.Any tracker can find a wheelchair, but RadarFind’s intelligent system can tell you if it’s occupied, if it’s moving, if it’s in the right room, even if it needs to be disinfected. That’s because the sensor network has built-in intelligence which goes beyond finding something to actually perceiving its status. The system also monitors the temperatures of clinical refrigerators and freezers.
RadarFind’s sensing technology is a critical function that is surprisingly absent in most other tracking systems. Because of its plug-in design, installing the system is minimally disruptive. There is no need to close patient rooms or clinical areas to install system hardware, a “hidden cost” of other RTLS systems which can result in significant lost revenue
- More ROI
Return on investment for the RadarFind system can be achieved in under a year, based upon client experience. For example, the built-in status capability provides asset utilization data, which is a key factor in determining future equipment needs. An average 550- bed hospital spends about $500,000 annually for unnecessary equipment, like monitors, computers, wheel chairs, Doppler, Defibrillators, Pulse Ox, Anesthesia units, etc. And time lost searching for equipment can be virtually eliminated. A recent university study estimated that a hospital with a nursing staff of 120 to be $750,000 per year (1 hr/day x $25/hr x 5 days x 50 weeks x 120 nurses) - Real-time locationing
Find the assets you need when you need them. Customize your search for specific items (i.e., “dirty pumps only”). Take inventory in minutes instead of hours. Plan ahead using real usage data to more accurately predict unit or department equipment needs. Spend more time with patients. Deliver timely care. - Scalability
Unlike many other systems, RadarFind easily expands to tens of thousands of assets without placing demands on other hospital networks. Add facilities and staff at will to accommodate future needs, including custom system capabilities. RadarFind’s two-way device communication eliminates the “cross talk” jamming problem which limits expandability for other RTLS formats. - Ease of installation/expansion
Plug-in readers make installation and expansion easy because they use existing wall outlets, so there is virtually no disruption of space. This saves costs, protects revenue and improves care. Patented, UL approved readers permit continued use of complete outlet and require no batteries. RadarFind’s network is flexible enough to be change on a daily basis if needed, simply by reconfiguring readers or remotely upgrading firmware. - Enterprise-wide visibility
Never again lose an asset because of “line of sight” blind spots, dead spots or traffic volume problems. RadarFind’s sensors are unhampered by clothing, closed doors, reflective surfaces, high energy demands or un-wired hallways. Our wireless Sensor Network provides virtually unlimited visibility within and across facilities. - Two-way communication/ longer battery life
Built-in intelligence Permits the system to perceive the context of a situation, i.e., whether a patient is in transit or stopped, whether a nurse is on duty or on break, whether an asset is close or distant. It also lets readers monitor sensor use and reduce transmissions when appropriate, extending battery life by years and reducing the cost of maintenance significantly. - Web-based access
Touch screen design permits staff to identify equipment in a floor plan layout, or in list format. Graphics may be scaled up for touch screen view or scaled down for PDAs. The user-friendly interface permits easy use by staff with varying levels of computer knowledge. - “Go-Forward” technology platform
Get tomorrow’s system today, with extreme scalability and adaptability for growing enterprises and innovative new uses. Avoid Wi-Fi and RFID problems, like radio-wave interference, calibration requirements, access point compatibility, etc.