The benefits of automated drug storage and retrieval are no longer reserved for large medical centers only. This technology is now enjoyed by a majority of facilities, with smaller facilities driving significant marketplace growth as they endeavor to improve inventory turns, medication control, and cost savings opportunities. Growth will continue to be the hallmark of this market segment as almost one-third of those currently without this technology are planning an adoption over the next few years.

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For the first time, carousels and robots are now utilized by a majority of facilities.

Perennially popular in mid- and large-sized facilities, carousel adoption increases this year were largely driven by facilities with 101-200 beds.

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Omnicell, BD, Swisslog, and Sencorp White are the leading vendors in the automated storage and retrieval marketplace.

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The strong user satisfaction ratings underscore the continuing growth in automated storage and retrieval systems. Almost 8 out of 10 pharmacies (78%) assign top marks to their vendor and just under one-quarter of users are considering switching vendors over the next 3 years.

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For those facilities looking to adopt this automation for the first time or to switch to a new vendor, Omnicell, BD, and Swisslog are garnering the most attention.

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