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2020 - A look back at an eventful year
The year 2020 will remain a lasting memory for all of us. The Corona pandemic threw a lot of things into disarray and pushed most other issues into the background. It was no different for us - priorities were reset, training days were postponed, trade shows were cancelled and meetings were held from the home office. Despite all the circumstances, we accomplished a lot this year and learned a lot about ourselves in the process.
Through our industry, we are very close to the corona action. We know first-hand the work that medical practices and laboratories are doing on a daily basis right now and the challenges they are facing. Accordingly, many of the projects we completed this year were related to the corona virus in some way. This included connecting labs to the Corona Warn app as well as adapting our order entry to mass testing at Corona test stations, airports, companies, etc. We often had to respond to ever-changing requirements in order to implement the appropriate solution quickly and reliably.
With a lot of commitment, the odd night shift and special working conditions in the home office, our team mastered the daily challenges and did a great job. In this way, we were also able to make a contribution in the fight against the pandemic.
Many companies and their employees are currently struggling with the economic consequences of the pandemic. We are aware that we work in an industry that is less affected by this and we do not take it for granted. Every Christmas, we donate an amount to humanitarian organizations to give something back to those in a less privileged situation. This year, such support is perhaps more important than ever. 10,000 euros will therefore go to various regional and national organizations. Among them are "Aktion 100 000 und Ulmer helft" and "Ulms kleine Spatzen e.V.", which we would like to support with 3,000 euros each. The remaining 4,000 euros will be divided between the "Sterntaler für Afrika e.V." association , the "Straßenkinderhilfe e.V." and the "Plan-for-the-planet Foundation". We are convinced that every contribution makes a difference and can help - especially in this crisis.
We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers and partners for the trust they have placed in us over the past year. We are looking forward to further cooperation and look forward to the new year with confidence. Until then, we wish you peaceful and relaxing holidays.
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Successful Covid mass testing for companies with QuickCON Order Entry.
To break corona infection chains within the workforce, many companies have responded by offering their employees the opportunity for free on-site testing. Such mass testing can be a challenge for the laboratory, especially for larger companies. For this very reason, we have added the module "Series Testing" to QuickCON Order Entry. This is already being used successfully by several laboratories, including the MVZ for Laboratory Medicine and Microbiology Koblenz-Mittelrhein.
"We repeatedly receive requests from large companies that want to have their employees tested. However, corporate testing requires a different procedure than testing stations visited by individual patients. With QuickCON Order Entry, we can implement such projects optimally," says Christian Schaab, IT manager at Labor Koblenz.
The big advantage is the list function of the Order Entry. Thanks to this, COVID 19 orders can be read in collectively. All that is needed is a list of all employees to be tested, which is provided by the company. An individual QR code is then generated for each employee from the data entered. When it's the person's turn, the QR code is scanned by the laboratory staff on site and assigned to the smear. All orders can thus be entered directly with just a few clicks. The labels are printed automatically.
In this way, testing can be carried out on a larger scale in a short time. This gives all those involved a measure of security and can ultimately have a positive effect on the further course of infection.
We are pleased that we can support our customers, such as the Koblenz laboratory, a little bit in their so important work.
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QuickLIS Zyto - the information system for cytology
The time is coming soon. With QuickLIS Zyto, our latest development, which was developed specifically for cytology, will be released at the beginning of 2021. QuickLIS Zyto covers the entire examination spectrum of gynecological cytology. This includes cytological findings, HPV findings, IHC findings and other examinations.
The individual functions enable simple and clear management of cytology findings. All work steps can be carried out with just a few clicks - from digital order entry and reporting to the billing of panel doctors and private invoices and quality management. Open questions are quickly clarified with the chat function.
QuickLIS Zyto offers numerous user-specific setting options. For example, you can create your own lists or perform statistical queries according to specific criteria. Access and modification rights can also be configured individually. In addition, almost any laboratory device can be connected to the system.
Thanks to its intuitive user guidance and clear, concise design, QuickLIS Zyto is child's play to operate, ensuring a stress-free and smooth workflow in the laboratory.
You want to know more? Then simply contact us. We would be happy to present our new development to you in person.
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Quickly and securely recorded - COVID Order Entry for test stations
Whether it's corona testing stations at airports or train stations, fever outpatient clinics, testing in companies or community facilities. With COVID Order Entry, all orders are entered quickly and easily on site. All orders can also be entered collectively for patient lists. The Forms 10C and Sample OEGD required here for entrants from high-risk countries can be requested directly with COVID Order Entry.
For patients with health insurance, the master data is simply read in via the electronic health card. For travelers from high-risk countries, there is the option of entering their data via a website before the test is performed. This can be made available in several languages. A QR code is then generated from the master data entered. When it is the turn of the person concerned, the QR code is scanned by the staff on site so that all the data is read in automatically.
All orders can be exported as Excel files with all relevant data. The required forms, labels and, if applicable, IGEL contracts are automatically created and printed. In addition, a DIN A4 form with the patient data, the respective QR code and a declaration for the employer can be printed for each person tested.
Our software solution is already used by several test stations. If you are also interested, simply contact us. We would be happy to present COVID Order Entry to you personally.
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Training days 2020 - a lot of input by far
Postponed is not canceled - that applies to many events this year. It was the same for us when planning this year's training days. We were all the more pleased to finally be able to hold them in October, albeit with distance and masks. For the first time, we were able to welcome the participants in our own premises and present the latest developments and enhancements of our software solutions to them here.
In a hands-on workshop, the participants had the opportunity to get to know our latest modules and functions. Among other things, the focus was on our new Order Entry including extensions as well as the digital signature and the knowledge module. In an outlook, our guests got a small foretaste of future developments and projects.
Even though the evening event had to be cancelled this year due to Corona, a nice dinner and pleasant conversations provided an adequate alternative.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank our guests once again. We are pleased with the consistently positive response we received despite the unusual circumstances and look forward to the next training days again with excitement.
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Available now: QuickCON OrderEntry
No matter what area of laboratory medicine is involved, with our new QuickCON OrderEntry every digital laboratory request is completed with just a few clicks. The intuitive system is characterized by its high speed and minimal loading times, while offering its users maximum flexibility and individuality.
If a new order is created on the sender side, all patient data and diagnoses are automatically transferred from the physician information system and can be supplemented with additional information. Intelligent selection options facilitate the choice of analytes to be examined. In addition, senders can create their own profiles and request cards, which significantly simplifies regularly recurring examinations in particular. In the shopping cart, all analyses to be requested are categorized according to billing and clearly displayed.
As soon as an order is sent, the laboratory number is entered and an index card entry is created. The required labels are automatically printed in the correct quantity and all relevant slips are created.
The laboratory has the option of defining requirement maps and profiles individually. A wide range of options are available for maximum flexibility. In addition, individual sets of rules can be defined, eliminating possible sources of error from the outset, for example if the number of examinations of certain analytes is limited by the health insurance company.
In addition, forms and labels can be designed and configured as desired - without any programming knowledge.
Our latest development has been natively developed for Windows and Mac OS and can be connected to almost any physician information system.
You want to learn more? We would be happy to show you the QuickCON OrderEntry in a personal presentation.
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COVID-19 Patient App
In view of the current situation regarding the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the main thing is to save time. We have therefore been working flat out in recent days on a new patient app that will ensure faster processes in diagnostics.
The app informs patients tested for SARS-CoV-2 about their findings by means of a traffic light system. In the event of a positive result, all necessary measures can be initiated as quickly as possible.
For this purpose, the collection centers for COVID-19 tests receive label sheets, each with two QR codes that belong together. When a swab is taken from a patient - for example, at a drive-in test station - the patient receives a label. the patient receives a label. The patient can download the app from the relevant app store and log in using the QR code or the ID number on the label. The sample is sent to the laboratory together with the second barcode. Here, the barcode for the order (in any LDT-relevant data field) is scanned. The finished report is exported and scanned in the laboratory for a possible COVID-19 examination and an existing BS order code. The findings result for this order code is entered on the central server. As soon as the findings are available, the patient receives a push notification.
With our app, the patient is informed about his test result in real time , which is clearly displayed by means of a traffic light system. This eliminates the need for a telephone query, thus relieving the burden on the responsible departments and keeping the telephone lines free. This saves valuable time.
The app can be downloaded free of charge from the respective app store and is compatible with all laboratory information systems. The tools for the laboratories are ready to use. In addition, thanks to the HERMA company, we have free labels for 125,000 tests that can be forwarded directly to interested laboratories.
Some large laboratories are already using our app. If you are also interested, please feel free to contact us.
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School and then?
With this question in mind, many of the more than 40,000 students surely arrived at the 10th Ulm Education Fair, which ended on Saturday after three eventful and informative days. 280 exhibitors in 7 halls were well prepared to give many a visitor an answer to this question and to show them perspectives for starting their careers.
We were there for the first time as an exhibitor to present our training and study opportunities and, not least, our company itself. The focus of the many discussions was on our apprenticeships and degree programs in the IT sector. But also the possibility of an apprenticeship in the commercial sector or a dual study program for media design were very popular with the students. Many of them came to our booth specifically and well prepared to learn more about the Bucher Group and the healthcare IT industry.
And so we take away not only the one or other exciting resume of a potential junior software developer, but also many impressions about what moves young people in search of their professional career. This encourages us to continue to focus on the topic of promoting young talent and training. So there's no question that the next Ulm Education Fair in 2022 is already an absolute must for us.