Championing a technological future
Nov 28 2007 by Peter McCusker, The Journal
THE North-East Business Awards 2006 Technology champion i4u is a software company that has created a successful business helping medical professionals make vital decisions about patients – quickly.
Based at All Saints Business Centre in Newcastle, it was set up by GP Ian Purves, a professor in health informatics, seven years ago.
The i4u software is designed to give advice based on the latest medical information to help doctors prescribe the right drug.
The publication of more than 16,000 new medical articles a year – a body of information that is impossible for one person to keep up to date with – complicates the process yet further.
i4u chief executive Sam Elliot says: “Because of Ian’s unique background, straddling both medical experience and IT, the software is very robust and easy to use and its best feature is that it collates information incredibly quickly.”
SPONSORS
K Home International is sponsoring the 2007 Technology Award.
Trevor Arnold, managing director of K Home International, said: “For the past 18 years we have been championing the cause for the development of young people.
“Over that time we have also used many new ideas and innovations provided by all our staff and this has resulted in the company always being at the forefront for new and upgraded projects all over the world.
“It is a privilege for us to sponsor this award and trust that the winner will take it forward to enjoy the same success and benefits that technology has given us.”
Wellstream International is sponsoring the Technology Award 2007 for Tyneside and Northumberland.
A spokesman said: “In such a demanding industry, our leadership is based on technological excellence and continued development of our products, materials and supporting systems.
“These awards provide a valuable platform to showcase the expertise of the region.”
