Connect Imaging Signs Joint Development Agreement with Ashva Technologies.HONOLULU -- Connect Imaging, Inc., an innovative provider of easy-to-use, affordable picture archiving and communication systems In medical imaging, picture archiving and communication systems (PACS) are computers or networks dedicated to the storage, retrieval, distribution and presentation of images. The medical images are stored in an independent format. (PACS (Picture ArChiving System) A storage and management system for high-resolution images. Typically pertaining to the medical field, images such as X-rays, MRIs and CAT scans require a greater amount of storage than other industries. ) for community hospitals and imaging centers, has entered into a joint development agreement with Ashva Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a pioneer in the creation of robust healthcare information technology solutions in India, Southeast Asia Southeast Asia, region of Asia (1990 est. pop. 442,500,000), c.1,740,000 sq mi (4,506,600 sq km), bounded roughly by the Indian subcontinent on the west, China on the north, and the Pacific Ocean on the east. , and the Middle East, the companies announced today. As part of the agreement, Connect Imaging will develop applications specific to the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. imaging marketplace for Ashva Technologies' business flow software. In turn, Ashva Technologies will develop advanced features for use in new modules in Connect Imaging's expanding modular PACS product line. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Philip J. Manly, D.A.B.R., chief executive officer of Connect Imaging, the goal in partnering with Ashva Technologies is to enhance Connect's expertise in installations involving complex workflow and image distribution. "The ability to customize our suite of software and hardware modules has resonated with hospitals and imaging centers in the United States," Manly said. "Potential new users seek solutions to challenging configurations with our PACS product line. Our work with Ashva Technologies will result in an even wider range of solutions for our customers." Manly added that the agreement will provide Connect Imaging with immediate access to skilled programmers familiar with DICOM (medical, standard) DICOM - (From Digital Imaging and COmmunications in Medicine) A standard developed by ACR-NEMA (American College of Radiology - National Electrical Manufacturer's Association) for communications between medical imaging devices. and the company's back end tool kits. Connect also will develop applications for Ashva Technologies' business flow management software geared to the U.S. market, including applications designed to improve efficiency and reduce costs by transforming imaging departments into paperless and filmless environments. Sunder sun·der v. sun·dered, sun·der·ing, sun·ders v.tr. To break or wrench apart; sever. See Synonyms at separate. v.intr. To break into parts. n. A division or separation. Natrajan, chief executive officer of Ashva Technologies, said, "Building relationships is critical for long-term success. We are proud of our pioneering work in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, developing relationships that support our robust information technology solutions for healthcare. Our collaboration with Connect on applications that integrate clinical and non-clinical workflow with our business intelligence software will enhance our role as a key provider of knowledge management solutions. We also are confident that we will enhance Connect's product line with our software development expertise. Together we will positively impact how community hospitals and imaging centers address workflow and image distribution issues." About Ashva Technologies Ashva Technologies Pvt. Ltd., provides robust solutions for the radiology radiology, branch of medicine specializing in the use of X rays, gamma rays, radioactive isotopes, and other forms of radiation in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. environment that effectively integrate clinical and non-clinical workflow with business intelligence tools. The company is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu Tamil Nadu (tăm`əl nä`d  ), formerly Madras (mədrăs`, mədräs`), state (2001 provisional pop. , a cornerstone of India's high technology industry. For more information, visit www.ashvatech.com. About Connect Imaging Connect Imaging offers comprehensive PACS systems designed to fit the workplace needs and budgets of community hospitals and free-standing imaging centers. The company's software modules allow flexibility in configuration and provide PACS solutions that satisfy customer requirements without unnecessary cost. Connect Imaging is based in Honolulu and maintains its assembly, testing, and technical support facilities in Pennsylvania. For more information, visit www.connectimaging.com. |
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