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Hello there, I am a laboratory manager at a mid sized hospital; and we are in the process of evaluating automated blood grouping systems to enhance our lab's efficiency and accuracy. Our current manual methods have served us well; but with increasing sample volumes and a push towards modernization, we believe it is time to make the switch. I have been tasked with researching and recommending; a system that would best fit our; needs. Although; given the variety of options available; I am finding it challenging to narrow down our choices. I’m reaching out to this knowledgeable; community to gather insights ;nd advice from those who have already implemented such systems in their laboratories. Which automated blood grouping systems have you found to be reliable and efficient? Any brands or models you would particularly recommend or advise against? How seamless was the integration process with your existing LIS? Did you face any significant challenges? Additionally; how ext;ensive was the training required for your staff to get up to speed? What has yo;ur experience been with the maintenance; requirements of these systems? Are there particular models known for being low-mainte;nance? How responsive and helpful have you found the customer support from various manufacturers? In terms of cost, did the benefits of the automated system justify; the investment? How long did it take for you to see a return on investment? Also; I have gone through various reference post: https://www.pathlabtalk.com/forum/index.php?/topic/11166-blood-bank-uipath-automation-vs-manual/ which definitely helped me out a lot. Lastly; any anecdotal experiences or advice from your day-to-day usage would be incredibly helpful. Thank you all in advance for your help and assistance.