Managing a PACS project from inception through implementation is an overwhelming undertaking for any institution.  Working with the proven methodology and assessment techniques of SG&A will help to ensure that your institution delivers the most cost-effective program for a successful project.

SG&A Consulting will spend the time to understand your institution's needs and develop a customized approach all based on your specific needs and particular challenges.  The program outline below provides an easy to understand approach to developing a complete plan and implementation strategy that delivers results.

Phase I.  Needs Assessment & Objectives Development:

• Identification assessment and integration of a healthcare institution's short- and long-term needs.

• Clearly articulated set of objectives and goals for the PACS Program.

• Ensure the operational and clinical goals of radiology will integrate with those of the clinical clients of radiology.

• Make provisions for time frames and informational needs of the institution.

Phase II.  Operational Analysis & Cost Assessment:

• Site Analysis

• Develop a current workflow map, film storage and image distribution mapping for radiology and throughout the healthcare enterprise.

• Develop clinical information maps and determine critical enterprise information needs to make recommendations for effective information flow.

• Quantify costs; identify inefficiencies and communication breakdowns.

• Cost and Benefit Analysis

• Proforma Analysis and Justification

Phase III.  Radiology and Institutional IT Infrastructure Assessment:

• Network Infrastructure Assessment

• DICOM Modality Analysis

• HIS/RIS/CIS  Integration Considerations

• Image Archive Needs, Forecast and Analysis

• Re-engineering enhancements, workflow and throughput Considerations

Phase IV.  PACS And IT Requirements Statement:

• Develop Technical Needs

• Project RFP Document Generation

• Vendor Analysis

• Budgeting

• Trade-off Analysis

• Acceptance Criteria

Phase V. Implementation Strategy and Deployment:

• Phase Development and Prioritization For Optimized ROI

• Project Deployment Designed to Funding Parameters

• Technical Support Strategy and Implementation

• Technical Specification Married to Technology Availability

• Clinical Practice Deployment Strategy

• Vendor Selection

• Acceptance Testing by Phase

• Re-engineering for Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvements

Contact SG&A for a consultation.  We can customize a program for your specific needs and business circumstances.