NorthEast Medical Center deploys a Cisco Unified Wireless Network to support its deployment of networked infusion pumps.

Healthcare; Concord, NC; 4200 Employees

Business Challenge

• Track and control medication infusion pumps over the wireless network
• Provide ubiquitous wireless network access to medical staff
• Computerized dispensing of medicine improves patient safety
• Offer superior wireless voice over IP

Client Solution

• Upgraded wireless LAN to a Cisco Unified Wireless Network, part of the Cisco Medical-Grade Network infrastructure
• Expanded wireless coverage to the entire hospital
• Connected the hospital's infusion pumps to the network
• Readied the network for advanced wireless voice and location-based services

Business Results

• Centralized management of access points saves time for the IT staff
• Ability to locate networked assets saves time for the medical staff
• Computerized dispensing of medicine improves patient safety
• Guest Internet access improves patient experience

For More Information

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