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BlistAssist - McKesson Canada
A revolutionary approach to improving the manual preparation and verification of medication blister cards through a software-driven solution. A simple and cost-effective solution that ensures accurate preparation while reducing errors.
BlistAssist
A revolutionary approach to improving the manual preparation and verification of medication blister cards through a software-driven solution. A simple and cost-effective solution that ensures accurate preparation while reducing errors.
Streamlines manual preparation using light-guided technology
Reduces verification time by up to 70%
Improves accuracy with barcode scanning
Offers full traceability throughout the process
Tracks lot numbers and expiry dates
Streamlines manual preparation using light-guided technology
Reduces verification time by up to 70%
Improves accuracy with barcode scanning
Offers full traceability throughout the process
Tracks lot numbers and expiry dates
Brief Overview
Preparation
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A light-guided tray facilitates the tedious, time-consuming and labour-intensive manual preparation process.
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Barcodes and pill images drive the process, greatly improving accuracy and reducing potential errors.
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The software monitors your preparation progress, allowing you to resume production after an environmental interruption.
Traceability
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Final preparation pictures are captured and stored for archiving purposes.
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Lot numbers and expiry dates are tracked, an unparalleled ability for manually prepared blister cards.
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A log-in name and password ensure operator traceability.
Verification
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The innovative layer capturing process creates a convenient verification pattern that allows you to quickly and easily identify any discrepancies.
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The distinctive pill-by-pill view simplifies and accelerates verification by displaying each cup’s components.
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The unique remote verification feature promotes workflow flexibility and frees the preparation area.
Preparation
Traceability
Verification
BlistAssist FAQ
What is BlistAssist and how does it improve blister-card preparation in a pharmacy?
BlistAssist is a software-driven solution designed to streamline the manual preparation and verification of medication blister cards. Using light-guided trays, barcode scanning, and pill imagery, it helps reduce errors, accelerate workflows, and enhance traceability.
How much time can BlistAssist save in the verification process of blister packs?
BlistAssist can reduce verification time by up to 70% compared to fully manual blister-card processes helping your pharmacy work faster without compromising accuracy.
What accuracy and traceability features does BlistAssist offer for multi-dose blister packs?
BlistAssist includes barcode scanning for medications, lot-number and expiry-date tracking, full image capture of each preparation for archiving, and operator log-in traceability helping ensure accuracy, compliance, and accountability at every step.
Which workflow types in pharmacy operations are ideal for BlistAssist — retail, long-term care, central fill?
BlistAssist is ideal for pharmacies preparing multi-dose blister cards, especially where manual preparation dominates such as retail pharmacies and long-term care packaging. It also supports settings that require enhanced traceability and error reduction for compliance and patient safety.
From a procurement/finance perspective, what cost-benefit factors should be evaluated when considering BlistAssist?
BlistAssist delivers measurable benefits: faster preparation throughput, reduced manual labor hours, fewer dispensing errors (lowering waste and liability), improved staffing efficiency, and enhanced traceability to minimize compliance risk. These operational savings should be weighed against the initial capital or software investment to calculate ROI.
How does BlistAssist differ from full robotic blister-card machines or semi-automated systems?
BlistAssist enhances manual blister-card preparation through software, light-guided trays, and barcode scanning rather than replacing human involvement entirely with robotics. It’s a more cost-effective option for workflows that remain largely manual but require improved verification and traceability, while fully robotic blister-card systems are better suited for high-volume, fully automated environments.
What technical infrastructure or installation requirements should a pharmacy plan for before implementing BlistAssist?
To implement BlistAssist effectively, pharmacies should plan for a dedicated workstation with counter space, a light-guided tray module, barcode scanner and camera, software connectivity (network or local), operator training, and integration into existing packaging workflows.
What measurable improvements have customers reported after implementing BlistAssist?
One pharmacist shared: “After only one month of using BlistAssist™, our productivity has increased. Blister cards are prepared more efficiently, verification is much quicker, and I can rest assured that errors are detected and corrected before the cards leave the pharmacy.”
How does BlistAssist support regulatory compliance, audit trails and operator oversight in blister-card packaging?
BlistAssist supports compliance with archived preparation images, lot and expiry tracking, operator login traceability, and remote verification to monitor packaging accuracy creating robust audit trails and reducing risk.
What are some best-practices for deploying BlistAssist effectively in a pharmacy environment to maximize its benefit?
To maximize the benefits of BlistAssist, start by training staff on the light-guided tray and scanning workflow. Map your current manual blister-card process to identify bottlenecks, and make regular use of captured images and verification features. Track error rates before and after deployment, and integrate the system into existing packaging schedules and staffing shifts for optimal efficiency.
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