ezFMD checks against a list of valid serial numbers – who runs that list?
The basic data – a list of valid serial numbers along with the article number, the batch number and expiry date – is provided by the National Medicines Verification Organisation (NMVO – e.g. in Ireland it is the imvo.ie), each of which is associated with a pan-European umbrella organisation. The basic data for each pack is provided by the manufacturer or parallel MA holder and sent automatically to the relevant national organisation.
Is there a record kept of scans performed by ezFMD?
Yes, each scan is recorded immediately. If there is no Internet access at the time, the data scanned is retained for later recording. The definitive list of scans performed is held by the IMVO.
Where does ezFMD store my recorded data?
ezFMD is designed to write the user’s records to a SQL database for safe storage and later use in reports, etc.
Can I get reports?
Reports can be retrieved for all scans or just scans which returned an unexpected result, using a start and end date “window”. These can be saved as an Excel file. The reporting module can be restricted to the use of a manager, RP, etc. if the user wishes. See also: Reporting
My data – Retained for how long?
The data is normally retained for a year. Some users will prefer to download the data periodically and archive it on their own systems. It is not foreseen that hospitals or community facilities using ezFMD will have a need to retain records for longer periods.