Overcoming staffing challenges with technology and peer collaboration

Staffing shortages, budget constraints, and the need for technological upgrades present significant challenges in clinical laboratories. Finding qualified personnel is difficult, often requiring extensive on-the-job training. Innovations in lab technology, such as automated systems and multi-functional instruments, offer solutions by increasing efficiency and reducing maintenance. Susan Dawson, Laboratory Administrative and Operations Director, Swedish and Skokie Hospitals, emphasizes the importance of peer collaboration for overcoming these challenges, highlighting the value of sharing ideas and best practices across the global lab community. By learning from one another, labs can adapt more effectively and improve operations, regardless of location.

This interview was recorded for #CLINICAL24 2024