News — 2005
In addition to our pathology-specific user groups and IBMS-recognised training, we're increasing our commitment to our laboratory users with the launch of a new training programme intended to help Pathology laboratories move beyond the achievement of CPA. Our Beyond Accreditation programme is open to Pathology professionals who are responsible for the continuous improvement of their laboratory accreditation system, as well as Quality Managers whose laboratories have already achieved CPA accreditation and who now wish to shift their focus from compliance to continuous improvement. The programme introduces attendees to tools and techniques that can maximise the improvement opportunities identified using Q-Pulse and other software solutions. Concepts such as Root Cause Analysis and Brainstorming are explored, which can be used within the laboratory to enhance incident investigation and root cause analysis. At the end of the one-day programme, attendees will leave equipped with the tools and techniques to reduce the resources spent on QMS administration and reporting, as well as to facilitate the introduction of continuous improvement techniques to the laboratory. Commenting on the launch of the new programme, Martin Bowman, Gael Quality Sales & Marketing Manager: ‘Within the Pathology environment, support is sorely lacking for Pathology professionals who have achieved accreditation and are looking to take their laboratory further. Beyond Accreditation is part of an ongoing programme of support for our laboratory users, which provides pathology professionals with tools and techniques to drive their laboratory beyond compliance and enable the development of a continuous improvement culture.’ For further information please contact: |