VISTA Capabilities

VISTA Capabilities

The following list of VISTA capabilites has been assembled to answer questions about the software's core and extendable functionalities. This list will answer many questions for those who are unfamiliar with VISTA in the first place, or potential adopters who want to see if VISTA is the right fit for them.

For each question, one of four summary answers is given:

Yes: Yes, this feature or capability is available in the standard software without modification.

No: No, this feature is not available in the standard software without modification.

Report Writer Work Necessary: This feature is available with some work on the part of the user, using a report writer utility.

Custom Programming Necessary: This feature or capability is possible, but will require custom programming and/or enhancement by the vendor.

Further commentary or more in-depth answers for each question are available by clicking the appropriate link.

Design Intent

1. Is VISTA designed to facilitate the integration of other clinical software systems (lab system, pharmacy, etc.)?

Yes, this feature or capability is available in the standard software without modification.

2. Is VISTA designed for use in multi-site, ambulatory care settings?

Yes, this feature or capability is available in the standard software without modification.

3. Does VISTA use a non-proprietary operating system, programming language and database?

Yes, this feature or capability is available in the standard software without modification.

4. Does VISTA use a graphical user interface (GUI)?

Yes, this feature or capability is available in the standard software without modification.

5. Does VISTA utilize point and click technology?

Yes, this feature or capability is available in the standard software without modification.

6. Is VISTA optimized for utilization of touch screen technology?

This feature or capability is possible, but will require custom programming and/or enhancement by the vendor.