See how JTG Consulting Group partnered with CompuNet Clinical Laboratories to optimize laboratory operations, streamline workflows, and support scalable growth through strategic healthcare IT and laboratory consulting solutions. CASE STUDY CompuNet Clinical Labs Implements Clinisys™ Toxicology Laboratory Solution with JTG Support Case Study Download First name* Last name* Work Email* Job Title* Email Updates* Yes, I'd like to stay up to date with emails and announcements. No, thank you Submit Client & Scale CompuNet Clinical Labs, a high-volume reference laboratory serving the Dayton, Ohio region in partnership with Premier Health, processes approximately 130,000 requisitions per month across inpatient, outpatient, and reference lab testing. The Problem CompuNet’s toxicology workflow had outgrown its existing LIS process, creating cumbersome workarounds, complex sample tracking, heavy manual review, and limited internal bandwidth to manage another large LIS initiative. The Solution CompuNet implemented Clinisys™ Toxicology Laboratory Solution (CLSTox), integrating it with Sunquest Lab, Data Innovations middleware, Atlas order aggregation, Roche Automation Line workflows, and connected EMRs to create a more purpose-built toxicology workflow. Contribution JTG provided project leadership, LIS implementation experience, workflow guidance, and stakeholder coordination, helping CompuNet keep the project moving while reducing strain on the internal LIS team and improving daily toxicology workflow efficiency. Key Details of the Engagement

Learn how to plan and manage Epic Beaker migrations with practical guidance from JTG’s Lab IT experts on governance, validation, integrations, and go-live readiness. Watch JTG’s Epic Beaker migration webinar for expert insight on keeping lab operations moving, avoiding common pitfalls, and supporting a successful transition. Webinar Navigating Epic Beaker Migrations Moving from a legacy LIS to Epic Beaker are sophisticated, high-impact projects that require careful planning, strong governance, and deep collaboration across laboratory, IT, and operational teams. In this on-demand webinar, Jamel Giuma, President & CEO of JTG Consulting Group, and Susan Mize, Chief Services Officer at JTG Consulting Group, share practical guidance on how to successfully navigate Epic Beaker migrations while keeping laboratory operations moving. Drawing from JTG’s experience supporting complex, multi-site organizations, they discuss the real-world challenges that can arise during a transition and the strategies that help reduce risk, maintain momentum, and support a smoother go-live. Watch the session to learn how to: • Keep your lab running during the transition • Plan for instrument, middleware, and interface integration • Support validation, data integrity, and compliance requirements • Avoid common migration pitfalls • Choose the right partner to support your Epic Beaker journey Request Access to the Webinar First name* Last name* Work Email* Job Title* Email Updates* Yes, I'd like to stay up to date with emails and announcements. No, thank you Submit Meet the Speakers Jamel Giuma President & CEO at JTG Consulting Group Linkedin Susan Mize Chief Services Officer at JTG Consulting Group Linkedin

EHR and LIS support services including workflow optimization, system integration, interfaces, upgrades, and reporting to improve efficiency and lab performance. Reliable EHR and LIS support built for laboratory operations End-to-end LIS and EHR services across implementation, optimization, upgrades, and ongoing support. JTG helps laboratory teams deliver system changes, improve workflows, and maintain stable operations. Contact An Expert Implement new EHR and LIS systems with confidence Streamline LIS workflows, reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency Expand your team without adding permanent headcount Support both major initiatives and steady-state needs EHR & LIS / LIMS Services End-to-end LIS and EHR services across implementation, optimization, upgrades, and ongoing support. JTG helps laboratory teams deliver system changes, improve workflows, and maintain stable operations. Staff Augmentation JTG provides your team with additional bandwidth allowing your organization to focus on other initiatives by adding resources to your team. JTG’s resources can manage your team’s backlog including your project and ticket queues, upgrades, enhancements, all while delivering compliant, efficient, and effective support. Optimization By gaining a comprehensive understanding of your operations, we develop tailored solutions that align with your organizational goals. From initial assessment to full implementation, JTG provides end-to-end support, ensuring an optimal path to realize your organization’s vision.  Upgrades JTG brings precision and expertise to upgrade projects, offering standardized, proven plans that streamline the process. We reduce timelines from testing to go-live ensuring a smooth, seamless transition to your upgraded system. We help you take full advantage of new functionality, while maintaining the integrity of your lab operations. Migrations Transitioning to a new EHR/LIS system can be complex and time-consuming. With JTG’s expertise, we align current and future states, including extraction, transformation and normalization of disparate datasets. JTG's resources ensure your teams remain aligned and focused throughout the migration process, while minimizing disruptions and ensuring data integrity. Reporting JTG builds and automates custom dashboards and reports, allowing you to enhance your analytic capabilities, even from multiple sources. Whether it is strategic or tactical data, our reporting and analytics experts provide tailored solutions to give you real-time data insights.   Mergers, Acquisition, and Expansion JTG is your go-to partner for navigating complex, large-scale projects with demanding timelines. We specialize in standardizing workflows and systems, coordinating with multiple teams to implement efficient and successful processes as well as handling the outlying exceptions as needed. With our extensive experience, we ensure your merger, acquisition, or expansion project is completed on time, within scope, and with exceptional precision. Workflow Optimized workflows are essential to the health and efficiency of the lab. Harness JTG's industry expertise to design and implement workflows tailored to your specific needs. With our holistic approach and extensive experience, we create workflows that enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Reference Lab Interfaces JTG brings extensive experience working with leading reference lab vendors such as ARUP, LabCorp, Mayo, NeoGenomics, Quest, and Sonic. Managing reference lab compendiums and workflows can be complex and time consuming. JTG manages the process and configurations necessary for proper integration with your reference lab(s). Our services reduce the risk of errors, ensure compatibility, and timely and accurate results for your providers and patients. Third-Party Interfaces By optimizing or building interfaces, labs can eliminate manual entry, enhance workflows, and minimize typographical errors while upholding the highest patient safety standards. Our expertise extends to interfacing multiple applications as well as enterprise-wide deployments, ensuring seamless connectivity and standardized processes. Project Management Reach your project’s full potential with JTG’s project managers keeping lab initiatives on track from inception to go-live. Our project managers strategically allocate resources at the optimal times, ensuring timelines are met and costs are efficiently managed throughout the implementation process. With our expertise, milestones will be achieved, delays and added expenses avoided, and your team will stay focused on their goals. Our Services Our team of clinical, laboratory, and technical experts partner with your team and vendors to deliver, optimize, and support EHR and LIS systems across the full lifecycle. Core EHR & LIS platforms Allscripts Centricity Cerner Clinisys eClinicalWorks Epic MEDITECH OTTR Picis RALS Sunrise Clinical Manager Telcor Touchworks WellSky Xifin And others Epic Beaker BPAM Bridges Dashboards and Reports Data Courier Hyperspace & Hyperdrive Order Transmittal Specimen Navigator Training Environment Build Clinisys (Sunquest/PowerPath/Copath/CLS/SAM) Blood Bank Calculations CLS Collection Manager/Collect Copath Driver Creation Piggyback PowerPath Rules SAM SMART Sunquest Sunquest Analytics Cerner Copath Driver Creation DTA Hierarchy Flowsheets Orders & Order Sentences UoM Standardization MEDITECH BBK (Blood Bank) Expanse & Client Server LAB (General Lab) MIC (Microbiology) PTH (Pathology) JTG Experience JTG supports LIS and EHR environments across the full system lifecycle, from initial implementation through optimization and long-term support. Our team works within laboratory environments, helping deliver system changes, stabilize workflows, and maintain performance without disrupting operations. Successful Go-Lives Well-coordinated implementations and strong validation support lead to smoother go-lives with fewer issues and faster stabilization. Optimized Workflows Improved system configuration reduces manual work, eliminates inefficiencies, and better aligns systems with laboratory operations. Reduced System Disruption Ongoing support and proactive issue resolution minimize downtime and prevent recurring system issues. Stronger System Adoption Well-designed workflows and user support help laboratory teams use systems more effectively and consistently. Scalable Project Support Access to experienced resources helps teams deliver large initiatives without overextending internal staff. Sustained System Performance Continuous optimization and support keep LIS and EHR systems performing reliably over time. Real Outcomes for Lab Teams Well-implemented, optimized, and consistently supported LIS and EHR systems drive stronger laboratory performance, reduce operational disruptions, and support better patient outcomes.

JTG Consulting Group supports lab leadership with vendor-agnostic lab IT consulting for implementations, optimizations, upgrades, EHR/LIS support, and more. Lab IT support that keeps your lab running and your projects moving Lab directors are expected to deliver accurate results, maintain turnaround times, and lead complex system initiatives, all at the same time. JTG Consulting Group works alongside your team to manage that balance, helping you move forward with confidence while keeping operations stable and patient care protected. Contact An Expert Why Lab Directors Partner with JTG Consulting Group JTG partners with lab directors in the moments that matter most, when systems are changing, teams are stretched, and the margin for error is small. Our approach is grounded in real lab workflows and designed to reduce risk while keeping progress on track. Protect patient care during change by ensuring orders, specimens, interfaces, and results move accurately across systems Maintain operational stability while advancing implementations, upgrades, and integrations without overloading your team Align lab and IT teams by translating operational needs into clear, executable system decisions Guide early decisions to avoid rework, inefficiencies, and downstream issues after go-live Navigate complex environments including multi-site health systems, phased rollouts, and hybrid system states Support beyond go-live with optimization that improves performance, workflows, and long-term value The result is a more controlled, confident approach to Lab IT initiatives, where progress does not come at the expense of performance. Bridging Lab and IT For Laboratories We work directly with lab leadership and operational teams to ensure their workflows, priorities, and constraints are clearly understood and accurately translated into system requirements. By bringing a deep understanding of lab operations into technical discussions, we help ensure that what gets built truly supports how the lab functions, not just how the system is designed. For IT Teams We partner with IT to provide clear, actionable input that aligns with technical standards while reflecting real lab needs. By bridging the gap between operational complexity and system configuration, we help IT teams deliver solutions that are both technically sound and operationally effective, reducing rework and improving overall project outcomes. The Result By aligning lab and IT from the start, we help create shared understanding, smoother execution, and systems that work as intended in real-world environments, leading to stronger outcomes for both teams and the patients they support. View All Services Implementation Support Supports full lifecycle Epic Beaker and LIS implementations, from early planning and design through build, testing, and go-live readiness. Optimization & Enhancements Improves existing systems by refining workflows, resolving inefficiencies, and helping labs get more value from their current Lab IT investments. Validation & Testing Leads and supports validation efforts to ensure systems, interfaces, and instruments perform accurately, safely, and in alignment with regulatory expectations. Interface & Integration Support Designs, builds, and troubleshoots interfaces across EHRs, LIS platforms, middleware, and laboratory instruments to ensure seamless data flow. Workflow Design & Build Translates real lab operations into system configuration, ensuring workflows are practical, efficient, and aligned with how the lab actually functions. Staff Augmentation Provides experienced Lab IT consultants who can step in immediately to support internal teams, fill gaps, and maintain project momentum. Go-Live & Post Go-Live Support Supports labs during and after go-live, helping stabilize operations, resolve issues quickly, and identify opportunities for continued improvement. Advisory & Strategy Guides lab leadership on system decisions, project planning, and long-term Lab IT strategy to reduce risk and support sustainable success. What JTG Delivers What Makes JTG Different Explore Lab-first approach, patient-always approach Everything we do is built around how laboratories actually operate, not just how systems are designed. Vendor-agnostic guidance We focus on what works best for your lab or your client, not a specific platform or product. Proven delivery at scale Experience across large health systems, multi-site environments, and complex implementations. Embedded partnership model We work alongside your team, aligning lab, IT, and operational priorities to drive real outcomes. Proven Experience in Lab IT 100+ Worldwide Clients 875+ Years of Combined Lab Experience All Major Platforms Covered How We Work Embedded with your team We integrate directly with lab and IT teams to ensure alignment and continuity. Aligned to workflows Our approach reflects how labs operate day to day, not just system requirements. Focused on execution We go beyond strategy, supporting build, validation, and delivery to ensure successful outcomes. Real Outcomes for Laboratories Large Health System Epic Beaker Implementation Supported a multi-region migration with reduced operational strain and improved go live confidence. Outreach Integration Optimization Enhanced integration strategy to improve client satisfaction and streamline connectivity. Middleware & Interface Stabilization Improved system performance and data accuracy through redesigned interface architecture. Read Case Studies From the Lab, for the Lab Our team includes consultants, architects, and subject matter experts who have worked directly in lab environments, supporting everything from system implementations to large-scale optimization initiatives.

Advisory services for lab vendors including go-to-market strategy, AI integration, product development, and revenue optimization to drive growth and market success. Advisory services that help healthcare vendors scale and succeed End-to-end LIS and EHR services across implementation, optimization, upgrades, and ongoing support. JTG helps laboratory teams deliver system changes, improve workflows, and maintain stable operations. Contact An Expert Advisory Services for Healthcare Vendors Guide your product strategy, go-to-market approach, and operational execution. JTG helps healthcare vendors align solutions with real laboratory environments, accelerate adoption, and drive long-term growth. Build and execute go-to-market strategies with confidence Align products to real lab workflows and system environments Strengthen interoperability across LIS, EHR, and middleware Identify growth opportunities and improve revenue performance Extend your team with deep lab IT and domain expertise Our Services Our team of clinical, laboratory, and technical experts partner with your team and your customers to define strategy, guide execution, and optimize your solutions across product development, go-to-market, and real-world deployment. Go To Market (GTM) Strategies Bringing innovative solutions to market requires a comprehensive, strategic approach. JTG Consulting Group partners with laboratory healthcare vendors to guide every aspect of product launches. Our services encompass staffing, workflow design, scheduling, and implementation, ensuring no critical detail is overlooked. With extensive industry experience, we provide expert advice on IT strategies and implementation, streamlining the launch process, address challenges, and positions your solutions for market success. Market Summary Launch new products or enter the market with confidence using JTG Consulting Group’s Market Summary services. Tailored for new companies and vendors introducing innovative solutions, this service provides comprehensive market insights to guide your strategy and amplify your impact. We deliver actionable intelligence on industry trends, competitive landscapes, and customer needs, empowering you to strategically position your offerings in the market. Roadmap Planning Strategic roadmap planning is critical for your organization's success. JTG Consulting Group leverages extensive industry expertise and long-standing vendor relationships to turn your goals into actionable, success-driven plans. Our comprehensive approach ensures your projects align with organizational objectives, creating a cohesive vision that drives operational efficiency and sustained competitive advantage. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Enhance your diagnostic solutions with JTG Consulting Group’s AI integration support, designed specifically for laboratory healthcare vendors. Whether your offerings include Laboratory Information Systems (LIS or LIMS), in vitro diagnostics (IVDs), middleware for interoperability, analytics platforms, or business intelligence tools, we help deploy and integrate AI-enabled features to maximize their value and functionality. Our team ensures your solutions can fully leverage AI capabilities, from identifying patterns to predicting trends and optimizing workflows, improving efficiency and accuracy for your customers. By supporting the integration of artificial intelligence into your offerings, we help you accelerate innovation, strengthen your competitive position, and deliver high-quality, data-driven outcomes. Custom Product Development Deliver tailored diagnostic solutions to meet unique customer needs. Designed for laboratory healthcare vendors, we work closely with your team to create specialized products that solve specific challenges and integrate seamlessly into laboratory workflows. From initial design to deployment, we ensure your custom solutions are functional, interoperable, and fully compliant with industry standards. Partner with us to develop innovative, high-value solutions that differentiate your offerings and drive success in the competitive healthcare market. Optimization JTG can assess the gaps between systems and instrumentation to improve interoperability, eliminate workarounds, and manual processes in your clients lab. From initial assessment to full implementation, JTG provides end-to-end support, ensuring an optimal path to allow your clients to realize the full potential of their organization’s investment. Staff Augmentation JTG provides your client’s team with additional bandwidth allowing their organization to focus on other initiatives by adding resources to their team. JTG’s resources can manage your client’s backlog including your project and ticket queues, upgrades, enhancements, all while delivering compliant, efficient, and effective support. Revenue Optimization Maximize the financial performance of your organization by uncovering opportunities for increased profitability and sustainable growth. Tailored for laboratory healthcare vendors, we analyze workflows, pricing strategies, and operational processes to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted enhancements. By refining existing practices, we help ensure your offerings deliver maximum value to both your business and your customers. Partner with us to optimize revenue streams, enhance operational efficiency, and position your solutions for long-term success in the competitive healthcare market. Project Management Reach your project’s full potential with JTG’s project managers keeping lab initiatives on track from inception to go-live. Our project managers strategically allocate resources at the optimal times, ensuring timelines are met and costs are efficiently managed throughout the implementation process. With our expertise, milestones will be achieved, delays and added expenses avoided, and your team will stay focused on their goals. JTG Experience JTG supports healthcare vendors by bridging the gap between product strategy and real-world laboratory execution. We work alongside vendor teams to shape go-to-market plans, align solutions with lab workflows, and support deployment across diverse environments. Our experience spans market analysis, roadmap planning, AI integration, and operational optimization, helping vendors bring high-value solutions to market and scale successfully. Faster Time to Market Defined go-to-market strategies and execution support help vendors launch solutions more efficiently and reduce delays. Stronger Product-Market Fit Alignment with real laboratory workflows ensures solutions meet customer needs and perform effectively in live environments. Improved Adoption and Retention Well-positioned solutions that integrate cleanly into lab systems lead to higher customer satisfaction and long-term usage. Enhanced Interoperability Guidance on integration across LIS, EHR, and middleware improves compatibility and reduces friction during deployment. Data-Driven Product Strategy Market insights and competitive analysis help vendors refine offerings and prioritize the right investments. Sustainable Revenue Growth Optimized workflows, pricing strategies, and operational alignment support stronger financial performance and long-term success. Real Outcomes for Lab Vendors Clear strategy and strong execution help vendors bring better solutions to market, improve adoption, and drive sustainable growth.

Strategic laboratory IT advisory services including roadmap planning, workflow and system assessment, workforce optimization, and revenue improvement to maximize lab performance. Laboratory IT expertise that guides strategy and execution End-to-end LIS and EHR services across implementation, optimization, upgrades, and ongoing support. JTG helps laboratory teams deliver system changes, improve workflows, and maintain stable operations. Contact An Expert Advisory Services Align your lab IT strategy with operational goals, system capabilities, and growth plans. JTG helps laboratory leaders make informed decisions across technology, workflows, staffing, and long-term planning. Define a clear roadmap for LIS, EHR, and lab IT Confidently design and launch new labs, expansions and system labs initiatives Identify gaps and improve performance across lab systems Bring expert guidance to complex decisions and projects Our Services Our team of clinical, laboratory, and technical experts partner with your team and vendors to assess, plan, and guide laboratory IT strategy across systems, workflows, staffing, and operations, supporting everything from early planning through execution and long-term optimization. Fully Outsourced IT Leverage JTG’s expert clinical and technical knowledge enabling your laboratory to focus on its core clinical and operational efforts while we handle the complexities of Lab IT management. We deliver value to your organization by reducing backlogs, streamlining workflows, and augmenting your workforce. Workforce Optimization Our workforce optimization services are designed to ensure your team operates at peak efficiency, leading to improved workflow, higher staff satisfaction, and a more streamlined laboratory environment. We help your lab function more smoothly and boost overall productivity by optimizing your team's performance. Executive Staffing We offer flexible executive staffing solutions tailored to your organization’s unique needs. Whether by providing our top-tier talent or assisting you in identifying the perfect hire, our broad industry perspective ensures you have leaders with the vision and expertise necessary to drive strategy and achieve your goals today and guide your organization into the future. Staff Support When staffing challenges impact the performance of your lab, JTG steps in with seasoned experts to keep your projects on track and maintain seamless support for your clinicians and patients. JTG bridges knowledge gaps by offering staff education and delivering the training and support necessary to maintain continuous operations and high morale. Roadmap Planning Shaping the future of your lab and IT strategy is crucial for maintaining efficient operations, delivering value across your organization, and maintaining a competitive edge. JTG provides comprehensive roadmap planning, utilizing our extensive industry experience and long-standing vendor relationships to turn your goals into reality. When combined with our Project Management and Implementation services, we help you develop and execute a cohesive vision, ensuring your projects stay on track and align with your objectives, making your strategic roadmap a tangible success. Revenue Optimization Revenue cycle management is pivotal to the financial success of your laboratory. Our expertise in RCM ensures that your system is configured for optimal reimbursement, reducing the risk of lost revenue. Let our team help you automate your processes and avoid costly coding errors, maintain a robust revenue stream, and secure the financial stability of your laboratory operations. IT Assessment and Optimization By gaining a comprehensive understanding of your operations, we develop tailored solutions that align with your organizational goals. From initial assessment to full implementation, JTG provides end-to-end support, ensuring an optimal path to realize your organization’s vision. Specialty Labs JTG provides expert support for labs offering specialized testing services in areas such as transplant, next generation sequencing (NGS), toxicology, and environmental science. We develop and implement customized solutions that address the unique needs of your laboratory, ensuring top-tier performance and compliance for any specialty. Start-Up Labs Launching a new lab is a complex process. JTG advises on essential details like staffing, scheduling, workflow design, technology, and regulatory compliance, ensuring every critical aspect is covered. With our extensive experience, we’ll guide your lab’s IT strategy and implementation, so you can ensure success right from the beginning. Project Management Reach your project’s full potential with JTG’s project managers keeping lab initiatives on track from inception to go-live. Our project managers strategically allocate resources at the optimal times, ensuring timelines are met and costs are efficiently managed throughout the implementation process. With our expertise, milestones will be achieved, delays and added expenses avoided, and your team will stay focused on their goals. JTG Experience JTG supports laboratories at critical decision points, including new system planning, operational redesign, and growth initiatives. We work closely with leadership teams to evaluate current environments, identify gaps, and define strategies that align technology to maximize lab efficiency and performance, without disrupting ongoing operations. Clinical & Operational Expertise for Advisory Engagements Anatomic Pathology (Cytology / Histology) Chemistry & Immunoassay Coagulation Environmental Health Flow Cytometry Genetics & Genomics (NGS) Hematology Lab Outreach Services and Client Support Microbiology Molecular Phlebotomy Services Point of Care Reference Send Outs Serology Specimen Processing and Accessioning Toxicology Transfusion Services Transplant & HLA Urinalysis Virology Cross-Functional & Technical Support Areas CLSI (standards and best practices) LEAN (process improvement and efficiency) Scripting (automation strategy) Clear Technology Roadmaps Defined strategies align LIS, EHR, and supporting systems with organizational goals, helping labs plan confidently and avoid costly missteps or rework. Stronger Operational Alignment Workflows, staffing models, and system design are aligned to real lab operations, reducing inefficiencies and improving day-to-day performance and patient outcomes. Better Investment Decisions Objective assessments and expert guidance help labs prioritize initiatives, select the right solutions, and maximize return on investment. Successful Lab Startups and Expansions Structured planning supports new labs and growth initiatives, ensuring systems, workflows, and resources are in place from day one. Improved System Performance Targeted recommendations and optimization strategies help labs address gaps, eliminate workarounds, and improve overall system effectiveness. Projects That Stay on Track Strategic planning and experienced oversight help initiatives stay aligned, on schedule, and focused on delivering measurable outcomes. Real Outcomes for Lab and IT Teams Clear strategy and informed decision-making lead to better system return on investment, stronger operations, and more predictable outcomes across the laboratory.

Epic Beaker consulting services including implementation, migration, integration, and optimization to streamline workflows, ensure data integrity, and improve lab performance. Contact An Expert Epic Beaker is purpose-built for the laboratory, but getting it right takes more than system build alone. JTG Consulting Group partners with lab and IT leadership to deliver Epic Beaker initiatives that are aligned to real-world lab operations, not just system requirements. From implementation through optimization and ongoing support, our team brings deep Lab IT expertise to help laboratories move forward with confidence. Epic Beaker Consulting for Laboratories Lab-First Approach Aligned to real laboratory workflows, not just system design, ensuring Epic Beaker supports how your lab actually operates day to day. Vendor-Agnostic Guidance Focused on what works best for your lab, with independent expertise that helps you make the right decisions without bias. Proven Experience Across Lab Environments Supporting large health systems, community hospitals, and reference labs with practical experience that translates across settings. Flexible Staff Augmentation Providing the right expertise when you need it, helping your team move initiatives forward without adding long-term overhead. Why JTG for Epic Beaker? JTG Consulting Group, The Lab IT Experts™, is exclusively focused on laboratory IT. We support Epic Beaker initiatives with experienced consultants who understand both the technical build and the operational realities of the lab. Implementation Support Support your Epic Beaker implementation with the right expertise across planning, build, validation, and go-live. Workflow design aligned to lab operations Build support across Beaker AP and CP Integration with instruments, middleware, and third-party systems Validation planning and execution Go-live readiness and on-site support Optimization & Upgrades Epic Beaker is not static. We help laboratories refine workflows, improve performance, and prepare for future growth. Workflow refinement and system optimization Upgrade planning and execution Performance and turnaround time improvements Standardization across sites and regions Support for new lab initiatives and expansion Lab IT Staff Augmentation Access experienced Epic Beaker resources without long-term overhead. Beaker analysts and builders Interface and integration specialists Validation and quality experts Project and operational support Our team integrates directly with your lab and IT teams to keep initiatives moving forward. Interfaces & Instrument Integration Epic Beaker success depends on strong connectivity across the lab ecosystem. Instrument integrations and analyzer connectivity Middleware support (Data Innovations, Rhapsody, Corepoint, IRIS) HL7, ASTM, FHIR, and custom interface support Third-party lab systems and outreach platforms Validation & Compliance Ensure your Epic Beaker environment is validated, compliant, and audit-ready. End-to-end validation strategy and execution Test planning, scripting, and documentation Support for CAP, CLIA, and regulatory requirements Issue tracking and resolution support Epic Beaker Services JTG provides experienced Lab IT professionals who support both strategic initiatives and day-to-day execution. Our team works alongside laboratory, clinical, and IT leadership to provide flexible support where it matters most. Epic Expertise with 45+ Epic Certifications JTG Value Delivered Reduced risk across Epic Beaker initiatives and go-lives Fewer downstream issues through lab-aligned design and execution Seamless integration across Epic, instruments, and middleware Established partnerships with Epic, Data Innovations, and key lab vendors JTG by the Numbers 11 Epic Implementations 100+ Laboratory Clients 16+ Advisory Services to Epic Clients 875+ Years of Combined Lab Experience How We Work Successful Epic Beaker initiatives require alignment between lab operations, IT, and vendors. JTG works alongside your team to provide both delivery support and operational structure. We help bring clarity to complex initiatives through: Clear prioritization and governance Strong coordination across stakeholders Practical problem solving grounded in lab workflows Consistent progress from planning through go-live and beyond CLIENT RESULTS Keeping Lab Operations Moving During a Complex Epic Beaker Migration Maintained order and result continuity across dual systems during a complex, wave-based Epic Beaker migration Resolved critical integration, mapping, and interface challenges to prevent order and result mismatches across systems Reduced strain by absorbing build and validation workload, improving go-live confidence Read Case Study Why Lab Focus Matters Epic Beaker is central to lab operations, but many implementations overlook the complexity of real lab workflows. The result is often delays, rework, and systems that do not fully support the way laboratories function. JTG focuses exclusively on Lab IT, bringing the experience needed to align Epic Beaker with how your lab actually works.

Laboratory outreach services including strategy, CRM, logistics, revenue cycle management, and workflow integration to drive growth and improve performance. Laboratory outreach systems built for growth and performance End-to-end LIS and EHR services across implementation, optimization, upgrades, and ongoing support. JTG helps laboratory teams deliver system changes, improve workflows, and maintain stable operations. Contact An Expert Outreach Services Design, implement, optimize, and grow your outreach programs that expand your lab’s reach, improve workflows, and support sustainable revenue growth across external providers and patient services. Launch and scale lab outreach programs with confidence Connect external providers through clean LIS and EHR workflows Improve revenue capture with optimized billing and RCM processes Streamline ordering, results, and patient service center operations Support outreach growth without overextending internal teams Our Services Our team of clinical, laboratory, and technical experts partner with your team and vendors to design, implement, and optimize your outreach program. We will configure and optimize your LIS, EHR, and operational workflows, to support your initial setup through long-term growth. Go-To-Market Planning A robust strategic plan is the cornerstone of successful outreach services. At JTG, we bring extensive experience in helping laboratories craft comprehensive strategies that address every step, workflow, and systems required for a flawless outreach operation. With our expert guidance, your outreach business will be primed for seamless expansion and client satisfaction. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Building client relationships and exceeding their expectations is essential to driving revenue and growth. JTG can assist your lab in selecting, designing, and implementing a tailored CRM solution that elevates your client service operations. With our expertise, you will be equipped to sustain and grow your lab’s business while maintaining strong, productive client relationships. Logistics & Courier Services Efficient management of specimen transport, tracking, and materials management is critical to the success of your outreach business. JTG can integrate your courier operations with your CRM, LIS, or ERP to provide automated workflows and better visibility of your operation. By eliminating manual processes, we optimize your workflows, reduce costs, track provider ordering trends, and support timely, reliable transport of specimens. Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Revenue cycle management is pivotal to the financial success of your laboratory. Our expertise in RCM ensures that your system is configured for optimal reimbursement, reducing the risk of lost revenue. Let our team help you automate your processes and avoid costly coding errors, maintain a robust revenue stream, and secure the financial stability of your laboratory operations. On-Demand Testing Broaden your offerings with on-demand testing. Enter this growing market by integrating direct-to-patient workflows directly into your LIS/EHR. We help establish systems that enable traceability of collection kits and samples, with instrument ready barcodes, increasing the convenience and accessibility of testing patients at home. Order Aggregator Whether you’re interfacing your outreach client’s EHR or providing a portal for their clinicians, JTG can help design workflows and integrate your order aggregator into your EHR/LIS to streamline and automate orders for timely result delivery to meet your outreach client’s needs. Patient Service Centers (PSC) Our expert team integrates and optimizes workflows, creating an effortless experience for phlebotomists, lab technicians, and, most importantly, patients. Whether your orders come from external clients or internal providers, JTG helps you enhance efficiency and deliver superior care. Project Management Reach your project’s full potential with JTG’s project managers keeping lab initiatives on track from inception to go-live. Our project managers strategically allocate resources at the optimal times, ensuring timelines are met and costs are efficiently managed throughout the implementation process. With our expertise, milestones will be achieved, delays and added expenses avoided, and your team will stay focused on their goals. Order Aggregators 4Medica Atlas ELLKAY CareEvolve HC1 LifePoint Billing Epic Resolute RALS Telcor Xifin JTG Experience JTG supports outreach programs across health systems and laboratories, helping teams expand beyond internal operations into external provider networks. We work within your environment to integrate systems, streamline workflows, and support outreach operations without disrupting core lab performance. Successful Outreach Launches Structured implementation and system integration enable laboratories to launch outreach programs with confidence and scale effectively over time. Improved Provider Connectivity Seamless integration between LIS, EHR, and external provider systems ensures clean ordering, faster results delivery, and stronger provider relationships. Stronger Revenue Capture Optimized revenue cycle management and billing workflows reduce errors, improve reimbursement, and protect financial performance. Streamlined Operations Efficient workflows across ordering, specimen tracking, and patient service centers reduce manual effort and improve turnaround times. Expanded Market Reach Outreach programs enable laboratories to extend services beyond hospital walls, increasing test volume and strengthening community partnerships. Sustainable Program Growth Well-integrated systems and scalable workflows support long-term outreach growth without overloading internal lab teams. Real Outcomes for Lab Teams Well-designed outreach programs connect laboratories to external providers, improve operational efficiency, and create sustainable revenue streams.

See how Kaiser Permanente partnered with JTG Consulting Group and Data Innovations to modernize hematology middleware workflows, replace WAM, reduce production issues, and support multi-region laboratory operations under strict implementation timelines. CASE STUDY Kaiser Permanente and Data Innovations Hematology Middleware Modernization Case Study Case Study Download First name* Last name* Work Email* Job Title* Email Updates* Yes, I'd like to stay up to date with emails and announcements. No, thank you Submit Client & Scale Kaiser Permanente, a national health system operating across six U.S. regions, was modernizing hematology middleware workflows across multiple hospitals and laboratories through a large-scale transition from Sysmex WAM to Data Innovations. The Problem Kaiser Permanente’s middleware modernization initiative required coordination across multiple regional workflows, staffing constraints, production issues, and strict vendor-driven timelines while teams adapted to the Data Innovations platform. The Solution Kaiser Permanente implemented a multi-region Data Innovations middleware strategy designed to replace WAM, improve hematology workflow support, strengthen testing and troubleshooting processes, and prepare laboratories for future-state modernization efforts. Contribution JTG provided specialized Data Innovations expertise, hematology workflow guidance, LIS resource support, testing coordination, troubleshooting, and stakeholder facilitation, helping Kaiser Permanente reduce operational disruption while maintaining implementation momentum across regions. Key Details of the Engagement

Meet JTG Consulting Group’s leadership team delivering specialized, vendor-agnostic lab IT consulting across implementations, optimizations, upgrades, EHR/LIS support, and more. JTG Leadership Our team consists of experienced professionals from various settings, who bring decades of experience in healthcare management and healthcare IT. Our team comes from a wide range of settings including hospitals, healthcare organizations, government, and private businesses. Contact An Expert Our Leadership Team Jamel Giuma President & CEO Linkedin Lisa Potter Chief Operating Officer Linkedin Susan Mize, PMP Chief Services Officer Linkedin Pete Zawodniak Chief Growth Officer Linkedin Alfie Breitenstein Chief Marketing Officer Linkedin Jaimie Augustine VP, North America Sales Linkedin Jorge Tormes, Esq. VP, Commercial Operations Linkedin Jayne Ellenwood, MHA, MLS(ASCP)CM Operations Manager Linkedin Felice Leung, Ph.D Business Development Manager — UK&I Linkedin Our Mission To help laboratories, health systems, and lab vendors plan, implement, and optimize Lab IT systems with the right expertise at the right time—advancing patient-centered care while improving performance, strengthening workflows, and supporting patient safety and outcomes. What Makes JTG Different Lab-first, patient-always approach Everything is built around how laboratories actually operate—so results are accurate, timely, and meaningful for patient care. Vendor-agnostic guidance We focus on what works best for your lab or your client, not a specific platform or product. Proven delivery at scale Experience across large health systems, multi-site environments, and complex implementations. Embedded partnership model We work alongside your team, aligning lab, IT, and operational priorities to drive real outcomes. JTG Observed US Holidays New Year’s Day Martin Luther King Day Presidents' Day Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving Day Day After Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day Hours of Operations: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM ET

Watch videos from JTG Consulting Group showcasing vendor-agnostic lab IT consulting across implementations, integrations, upgrades, EHR/LIS support, and more. Lab IT Insights in Action Explore real-world perspectives on Laboratory IT consulting, Epic Beaker optimization, system integrations, and validation services. These videos highlight how JTG partners with lab and IT teams to deliver measurable results across complex implementations, upgrades, and ongoing optimization efforts. Contact An Expert Videos Video Transfusion & Donor Services In this video, Susan Mize explains how JTG’s lab-first approach supports the implementation, validation, and optimization of transfusion and donor systems, ensuring compliance, patient safety, and reliable operations across LIS and EHR environments. Video Epic Beaker Migration In this video, Jamel Giuma and Susan Mize explain how JTG leads complex Epic migrations with a lab-first approach, ensuring validated, seamless transitions across data, workflows, and go-live readiness. Stay Ahead With Expert Knowledge This is the space to introduce visitors to the business or brand. Briefly explain who's behind it, what it does and what makes it unique. Share its core values and what this site has to offer. Our Insights

Laboratory quality and regulatory services including inspection readiness, billing compliance, and QA/RA support to ensure compliance, patient safety, and operational excellence. Laboratory quality and regulatory services that ensure compliance and readiness End-to-end LIS and EHR services across implementation, optimization, upgrades, and ongoing support. JTG helps laboratory teams deliver system changes, improve workflows, and maintain stable operations. Contact An Expert Quality & Regulatory Services Strengthen compliance, improve quality processes, and and maintain inspection readiness across your laboratory. Partner with JTG to navigate complex regulatory requirements and achieve operational excellence, while aligning workflows, systems, and documentation to support safe, efficient operations. Prepare for inspections with confidence across regulatory agencies Strengthen quality processes and standard operating procedures Improve billing compliance and reduce missed or incorrect charges Support compliance initiatives without overloading internal teams Our Services Our team of clinical, laboratory, and technical experts partner with your team and vendors to assess, implement, and maintain quality and regulatory standards across laboratory operations, supporting inspection readiness, compliance, and ongoing process improvement. Inspection Readiness JTG's industry experts bring years of expertise to ensure your organization is inspection ready. Whether it is FDA, CAP, CLIA, UKAS, MHRA or any other regulatory agency, our team of experts will work with your team to facilitate a successful inspection outcome. Billing Compliance JTG collaborates with billing and compliance teams to establish efficient charging processes and workflows, following industry best practices to ensure compliance and reduce incorrect and missed charges. With our extensive experience in revenue cycle applications, we create compliant and efficient billing processes, maximizing reimbursements. Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs Ensuring standard operating procedures (SOPs) meet industry standards for quality and regulatory requirements is crucial for a safe and compliant laboratory environment. JTG assists in implementing and maintaining quality and regulatory standards, leading to efficient operations, upholding patient safety, and facilitating a successful inspection. Project Management Reach your project’s full potential with JTG’s project managers keeping lab initiatives on track from inception to go-live. Our project managers strategically allocate resources at the optimal times, ensuring timelines are met and costs are efficiently managed throughout the implementation process. With our expertise, milestones will be achieved, delays and added expenses avoided, and your team will stay focused on their goals. JTG Experience JTG supports laboratories navigating complex regulatory environments, helping teams prepare for inspections, improve quality systems, and maintain compliance across operations. We work within active lab environments to align processes, documentation, and systems with regulatory expectations without disrupting day-to-day performance. Inspection Readiness CAP CLIA FDA JC MHRA UKAS Billing Epic Resolute RALS Telcor Xifin Lab Departments Anatomic Pathology (Cytology / Histology) Chemistry & Immunoassay Coagulation Environmental Health Flow Cytometry Genetics & Genomics (NGS) Hematology Lab Outreach Services and Client Support Microbiology Molecular Phlebotomy Services Point of Care Reference Send Outs Serology Specimen Processing and Accessioning Toxicology Transfusion Services Transplant & HLA Urinalysis Virology Inspection Readiness Structured preparation and gap assessments ensure laboratories are ready for CAP, CLIA, FDA, UKAS and other regulatory inspections with fewer surprises. Improved Compliance Aligned workflows and standardized processes help labs meet regulatory requirements consistently and reduce compliance risk. Stronger Quality Systems Well-defined SOPs and quality programs improve consistency, accuracy, and overall laboratory performance. Reduced Billing Risk Optimized billing workflows and compliance checks reduce missed charges, errors, and financial exposure. Enhanced Patient Safety Quality-focused processes and regulatory alignment support safer testing environments and more reliable results. Compliance Over Time Ongoing support and process improvement help laboratories maintain compliance as systems, regulations, and operations evolve. Real Outcomes for Lab Teams Strong quality and regulatory practices reduce risk, improve patient safety, and ensure laboratories are prepared for inspections and audits.