Optimizing Supply Chain using UHF-RFID Technology

By AHRMM

Lana Makhanik and Peter Fiorentino discuss discus why Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is breathing easier after they overhauled their inventory management system using Ultra high frequency (UHF) radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology. Peter explains why they chose RFID, the success and benefits they have achieved, and lessons learned.

Presenters: Peter Fiorentino, Materials Management Cardiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Lana Makhanik, COO, VUEMED, Inc.

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