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Article: Laying a solid foundation for LIS selection. (laboratory information system) (column)

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Medical Laboratory Observer
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October 1, 1988
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The author is a management consultant and educator, director of Health Management Alia lysts, Los Gatos Calif.; and laboratory opera tons advisor, Ernst & Whinney, Chicago. The choice made in acquiring or upgrading a laboratory information system (LIS) can have a major impact on the efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness of your laboratory.

Numerous articles have outlined the steps to take before you select that all-important computer or improve your existing system. They recommend a needs analysis, determination of an appropriate interface with the institution's system, and visits to users of the systems most favored. Some even recommend bringing ...

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