Antha srl

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Head of Anesthesia and ICU Dept of IRCCS Policlinico San Donato

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Policlinico San Donato is a leading hospital and clinical research center in Italy, specializing in highly complex medical and surgical care. It provides diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation services across multiple medical specialties, with particular expertise in cardiovascular and cardiac surgery. The hospital also carries out clinical research and innovation activities aimed at improving patient care.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Antha srl to accomplish?

• Antha S.r.l. was engaged to develop a software application incorporating the mathematical formula covered by the hospital's patent

SOLUTION

How did you find Antha srl?

Referral

Why did you select Antha srl over others?

• Close to my geographic location
• Great culture fit
• Referred to me
• Other

How many teammates from Antha srl were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The project aims to develop a mobile device that can be used in the operating room as a clinical decision-support tool for clinicians during cardiac surgery. Antha S.r.l. is responsible for the development of the software to be integrated into the mobile device, starting from the mathematical equation covered by the hospital's patent. The scope of work includes translating the patented equation into a functional software algorithm, integrating it into the device, and developing the necessary functionalities for data input, processing, and generation of clinically relevant outputs. Key deliverables include the software incorporating the patented equation, its integration into the mobile device, the user interface and related functionalities, and testing and validation to ensure the correct implementation and reliable operation of the algorithm.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The measurable outcomes demonstrating progress include the development of the software based on the patented equation, the creation of a functional prototype, the integration of the algorithm into the mobile device, and the completion of testing and validation activities to verify its correct implementation and reliable performance.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Antha S.r.l. has demonstrated excellent project management throughout the collaboration. The team has been precise, punctual, and highly responsive, consistently meeting the agreed timelines and delivering project activities and outputs as planned. Communication has been clear and effective, and the team has always been readily available to address our needs, requests, and feedback. Their flexibility, speed of response, and proactive approach have contributed significantly to the smooth and efficient progress of the project.

What was your primary form of communication with Antha srl?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What we found most impressive about Antha S.r.l. is its ability to combine strong technical expertise with a deep understanding of the specific needs of a clinical and surgical environment. The team has been highly collaborative, proactive, and solution-oriented, demonstrating an excellent ability to translate a complex patented mathematical equation into a practical software solution. Their responsiveness, flexibility, and commitment to developing a tool with real potential to support clinicians during cardiac surgery have been particularly valuable and distinctive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Antha srl could have done differently?

We have been very satisfied with Antha S.r.l.’s performance and collaboration throughout the project, and we did not identify any significant areas for improvement. The team has consistently demonstrated professionalism, responsiveness, and flexibility, adapting promptly to our needs and feedback. Any challenges that arose were addressed efficiently and constructively, contributing to the overall smooth progress of the project.