BD / BD Parata
Scalable pharmacy automation powering accurate dispensing, adherence packaging, and workflow for retail, hospital, and LTC pharmacies.
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Most comprehensive scalable automation portfolio (pouch/blister packaging, robotic dispensing, RFID storage)
Key Differentiators
- High-speed, accurate systems reduce errors and free staff for patient care
- Integrated with BD's global medtech ecosystem for smart connected care.
Overview
BD Parata, a division of BD (Becton Dickinson), provides pharmacy automation solutions including robotic dispensing, blister and pouch packaging for adherence, inventory management, and workflow software. These technologies serve retail, hospital, long-term care, and central fill pharmacies to reduce errors, improve efficiency, and enhance patient safety. The portfolio integrates into BD’s Medication Management Solutions.
Services & Capabilities
- BD Parata XF™ and ULTRA™ blister packagers, ATP™ 2 pouch packager, InspectRx™ and Perl™ pouch inspectors, Assist™ production guidance, IntelliCab™ will-call RFID solution, IntelliVault™ controlled substance management, vial filling automation, inventory management, central fill solutions, workflow s
Competitive Position
- Most comprehensive scalable automation portfolio (pouch/blister packaging, robotic dispensing, RFID storage)
- High-speed, accurate systems reduce errors and free staff for patient care
- Integrated with BD’s global medtech ecosystem for smart connected care.
Recent Developments
BD Parata available on Vizient GPO contract (Mar 2026) for health systems; featured in market reports; installations in health systems like UW Health (2025).
Client & Partner Ecosystem
Walberg Family Pharmacies, Masonic Villages Pharmacy, Wolfe’s Pharmacy, Scott’s Pharmacy, Medi-Thrift, Greater Lawrence Health Center (no pharma brands identified)
Technology Platform
BD Parata (portfolio including XF, ULTRA, ATP, IntelliCab, IntelliVault); BD Parata Max™ 2 Plus vial fill; BD Parata Max™; BD Parata Complete™; BD Parata XF™; Assist™
Therapeutic Focus
broad/all
Target Customers
Retail pharmacies, health system/inpatient/outpatient pharmacies, long-term care pharmacies, central fill pharmacies, Department of Defense pharmacies
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