Java Asynchronous Wireless Application Server JAWAS The Objective
Java Asynchronous Wireless Application Server (JAWAS)
The Objective To provide a tool-set for the rapid development and deployment of mobile information applications n Utilize standard mobile devices (Palm Pilot) n Integration with multiple data sources (ORACLE, SQL Server) n Secure data transfer using mobile data networks
Components n Flexible and easily customized mobile device interface n Application-independent database model that can be fitted to multiple mobile information and service delivery applications n Secure communications channel optimized for wireless connections
Sample Application OUTREACH mobile home care application has been developed with JAWAS n Uses Palm Pilot as Point of Care device n Designed for home care nursing service delivery
OUTREACH Concept n Homecare workers providing and tracking services using a palmtop computer that connects with the office over a wireless (cellular) connection. n Providing visit information to the provider in the field n Collecting completed services information from the service provider in the field n Coordinating information and schedules with the service administrators
Provide Information in the Field n n Visit schedule for each provider n visit times and locations for one or more days Client information n demographics Service protocols Supplies management
Collect Information from the Field n Client observations n Medications n Supplies used n Visit completion (time tracking)
A Scenario for Use n n n Homecare Nurse Connects in the morning Downloads schedule for the day Reviews supplies needed for the day’s visits Departs to the first address on her calendar [Start Visit] Review client demographics, basic diagnosis Provide services following protocol checklist Record observations and supplies [End Visit] Ready to proceed to the next client
Benefits n n n Reduce or eliminate paper documentation (saving time) Improve the quality and consistency of service Provide accurate measures of client progress Provide up-to-date information on clients and visits Document visits as a part of delivering service
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