Swisslog Healthcare Wins Best Hospital Technology Implementation Award

BROOMFIELD, Colo. (May 19, 2025) - Swisslog Healthcare, a leading supplier of healthcare technology combining pharmacy and transport automation, has been awarded the Best Hospital Technology Implementation Award by the MedTech Breakthrough Awards. This recognition highlights Swisslog Healthcare and its innovative BoxPicker® automated pharmacy storage system.

The MedTech Breakthrough Awards received thousands of entries from around the world, recognizing the top companies, technologies, and products in the health, fitness, and medical technology industries. The BoxPicker was selected for its comprehensive solution and transformative potential in improving operational efficiency and supporting the evolving role of pharmacists in healthcare delivery.

“This award is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence in global healthcare technology.” said Michael Palone, Vice President of Product Management at Swisslog Healthcare. “For hospital pharmacies all around the world, BoxPicker drives workflow efficiency and automates the storage and retrieval of medications. What that means for our customers is that their people can focus more on patient outcomes while reducing their costs.”

BoxPicker provides pharmacies with secure, high-density storage for medications. It controls access, improves workflow efficiency, and speeds up the picking process. The system fully automates medication storage and retrieval, eliminating picking errors and enhancing safety during dispensing. Additionally, BoxPicker offers insightful reports of medication stock levels, expiration dates, and usage patterns. This enables pharmacies to optimize inventory and reduce waste. Advanced access controls and tracking mechanisms ensure that only authorized personnel can access medications.

“Winning this award highlights the dedication and hard work that goes into every new innovation we create,” said Yufei Chen, Global Innovation and Technology Officer. “Looking ahead, we aim to set new standards in healthcare technology, driving advancements that will shape the future of pharmacy management and improve patient care across the industry.”

BoxPicker exemplifies how technology can address complex healthcare challenges, making it a standout in the medical technology industry. By automating routine tasks, it allows pharmacy staff to focus more on patient care and clinical activities. This aligns with the growing trend of pharmacists playing a more active role in patient care teams.