Vecna Cares CliniPAK

The CiniPAK system consists of the CliniPAK Node and CliniPAK software.

The CliniPAK Node allows providers to access and share patient information with built-in wifi/local area network (LAN). The data is collected and stored in a password-protected database on the CliniPAK Node.^{Interview with representative}

The CliniPAK Node also has input/output ports including USB data, USB charging, and Ethernet. Data collected with CliniPAK can be shared and synchronized across other CliniPAK units using Ethernet or 3G network.The server is water and dust resistant and supports up to 100 Wi-Fi enabled devices. The CliniPAK emits a wifi network with a 50m radius, but access points can be added and powered from the CliniPAK to extend the network to approximately 75-100 meters.^{Interview with representative} Multiple access points can be daisy chained together to create a larger network. The biggest factor that impacts the wifi range is the composition of walls and other structures.^{Interview with representative}

CliniPAK requires a constant supply of power. CliniPAK can run on 110/240 AC, solar, or 12V DC power. CliniPAK hardware units are also equipped with USB and 12V ports to charge mobile devices, laptops, or power a light source. Additional materials that are required to use the CliniPAK Node include surge protector (if powering CliniPAK Node with AC power), switch power cord, power over Ethernet, power over Ethernet access point, Ethernet cable, USB stick, USB mouse, USB Keyboard, and USB Ethernet adaptor.

CliniPAK software enables data collection either through a local server with CliniPAK Node or centrally in a cloud. The CliniPAK system is designed so that can be integrated with Vecna Cares’ customized software or another electronic medical records software such as OpenMRS or CommCare. CliniPAK software allows users to utilize CliniPAK’s library of workflow modules or create their own. The software can be accessed through any browser enabled device on any operating system. CliniPAK cloud-based hosted solutions utilize a SAAS model to allow for total data and reporting access online. When connectivity is not available, the Android app can be used for offline data collection and synced with the cloud later.

Vecna Cares uses a train-the-trainer model of training to ensure sufficient local support for CliniPAK. This training model takes less than one week to complete. The cost of training varies depending on the type of training requested.^{Interview with representative} Vecna Cares also has a network of country program managers to provide support.

Vecna Cares supports clients in monitoring ICT indicators to ensure local uptake of technology of the system. In addition, hardware, software, and data analysis support services can be tailored to each project.

The oldest CliniPAK Node units in the field are four years old and are still actively being used.^{Interview with representative}

In-house validation has been conducted by Vecna Cares to confirm that the CliniPAK Node is rugged. For example, software was uploaded to CliniPAK Node to ensure the hardware would not overheat. Vecna Cares is in the process of conducting additional controlled testing.^{Interview with representative} Experts note that they would like to see further validation of the device’s physical robustness. Vecna Cares reports a low failure rate in the field.^{Interview with representative}

Grant proposals to perform academic research to validate the CliniPAK system are pending.^{Interview with representative}

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