2014 Blood Systems Annual Report
2014 Blood Systems Annual Report
2014 Blood Systems Annual Report Summary
Cohesion and Growth in Blood Systems
In the 2014 Blood Systems Annual Report, the focus is on cohesion and growth within the organization. Blood Systems welcomed two leading blood centers, Bonfils Blood Center and LifeStream, to the organization, aiming to concentrate expertise and capacity for future growth. Despite challenges in the industry, Blood Systems sees an opportunity to expand and offer exceptional service to more hospitals. The organization has a rich history dating back to 1943, with a strong focus on research, donor care, and strategic partnerships with like-minded blood centers.
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Blood Centers Division Initiatives
The Blood Centers Division (BCD) of Blood Systems focused on providing exemplary service to donors and patients while adapting to the changing landscape of blood operations. Initiatives included collaborative projects to test new cellular therapy approaches, reorganizing United Blood Services operations for efficiency, and implementing a new operating system for scalability. The division also highlighted achievements such as implementing type-specific donor recruitment practices, affiliating with other blood centers, and enhancing testing capabilities for safer transfusions.
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BioCARE's Leadership and Achievements
BioCARE, a division within Blood Systems, continued to excel in the consignment market for plasma-derived biological products in 2014. The division secured exclusive distribution contracts for new products, enhanced electronic capabilities for customer satisfaction, and expanded its specialty pharmacy services. One touching story shared in the report is about Mia, a child with Diamond Blackfan Anemia, whose life depends on monthly red cell transfusions, highlighting the importance of blood donors and the impact of their contributions on individuals and families.
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