BLE tracking systems for optimization of pharmacy crash cart operations

BLE-enabled RTLS significantly improved crash cart visibility, streamlined labor hours, and enhanced operational efficiency. This case study supports national recommendations for integrating RFID technologies into medication-use systems and highlights the importance of interoperability, stakeholder engagement, and workflow standardization. The findings may inform broader adoption of RTLS in health systems seeking to enhance safety and streamline operations.

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American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy
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2026-02-17
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https://doi.org/10.1093/ajhp/zxag046
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RFID technology advancements
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BLE tracking systems for optimization of pharmacy crash cart operations

Niaz Deyhim, Amanda P. Beck, David Putney, Haley Blanck
American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy
RFID technology advancements
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BLE tracking systems for optimization of pharmacy crash cart operations

Niaz Deyhim, Amanda P. Beck, David Putney, Haley Blanck
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Abstract

BLE-enabled RTLS significantly improved crash cart visibility, streamlined labor hours, and enhanced operational efficiency. This case study supports national recommendations for integrating RFID technologies into medication-use systems and highlights the importance of interoperability, stakeholder engagement, and workflow standardization. The findings may inform broader adoption of RTLS in health systems seeking to enhance safety and streamline operations.

American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy
Methodist Hospital (US), Cypress College (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 57%
RFID technology advancements
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