Awards
Trust Earned. Innovation Recognized.
When it comes to healthcare, awards aren’t just a sign of excellence—they’re validation. For hospitals evaluating technology that impacts patient care, awards offer third-party assurance that a solution has been tested, trusted, and proven effective.
At Codonics, our mission is to make healthcare safer through smarter, more connected technology. We are honored to be recognized by leading industry organizations for delivering measurable results in patient safety, medication management, and global innovation.
Top Honors
2026 TAG Award
Controlled Substance Waste Workflow Innovation
The Codonics Safe Waste System™ (SWS) was named a 2026 TAG Award Winner in the Medication Safety & Compliance Innovation category, recognizing its role in addressing a longstanding challenge in healthcare. Designed for the operating room and anesthesia workspace at the point of care, SWS supports the handling of liquid controlled substance waste by bringing identification, measurement, and spectrophotometric analysis into the clinical workflow—capturing data to support documentation and reconciliation. This recognition reflects Codonics’ continued commitment to developing practical, workflow-aligned solutions that support clinicians and pharmacy teams with greater visibility, clarity, and control over controlled substance waste workflows.
✔ Designed for the OR and anesthesia workspace at the point of care
✔ Supports documentation and reconciliation with actionable waste event data
✔ Recognized for reducing burden through simple, workflow-aligned design
Medication Safety Technology Company
of the Year 2025 – Perioperative
Codonics is honored to be named Medication Safety Technology Company of the Year 2025 – Perioperative by Healthcare Tech Outlook. This exclusive recognition—awarded to just one company—highlights the leadership and impact of the Safe Label System® platform, which continues to advance medication safety, elevate clinical accuracy, and bring greater workflow standardization to the operating room.
Chosen through nominations from 113,000 qualified healthcare leaders and a rigorous editorial review, this award reflects Codonics commitment to innovation, transparency, and unmatched clinical services and customer support. Healthcare Tech Outlook selected Codonics for delivering comprehensive, high-quality solutions that reduce medication errors, strengthen perioperative safety, and empower clinicians with technology they trust.
✔ Trusted leader in perioperative medication safety
✔ Recognized for transforming clinical workflow and OR efficiency
✔ Exclusive recipient of the Medication Safety Technology Company of the Year 2025 – Perioperative
“Codonics stands out for its dedication to safety, performance, and meaningful innovation—setting a new benchmark for perioperative medication management.”
— Alex D’Souza, Managing Editor
RXinsider Pharmacy500 Award
Advancing Pharmacy Collaboration in the Perioperative Setting
Codonics was recognized by the RXinsider Pharmacy500 for its role in strengthening the connection between pharmacy and perioperative care. While the Codonics Safe Label System® (SLS) is used in the operating room by anesthesia providers, its impact is rooted in pharmacy-defined standards—supporting formulary alignment, medication safety guidelines, and documentation accuracy at the point of care. This recognition reflects Codonics contribution to safer, more coordinated medication workflows across the hospital.
✔ Standardizes syringe labeling in the OR in alignment with pharmacy-defined medication safety practices
✔ Extends pharmacy visibility and governance to the point of care through barcode-driven documentation
✔ Supports compliance, workflow efficiency, and coordinated medication management across care teams
Top 100 Healthcare Technology Company
In recognition of our role in transforming patient safety through innovation, Codonics was named one of the Top 100 Healthcare Technology Companies. This award affirms our leadership in the industry and the meaningful difference Safe Label System is making in hospitals worldwide.
✔ Trusted by over 1,100 hospitals
✔ More than 71 million procedures supported
✔ Over 2.1 million errors prevented
“I would implement Safe Label System every single time.” — Scott Anderson, PharmD., MS, Senior Pharmacy Application Analyst, University of Virginia Health System
Innovation & Design Awards
For visibility in controlled substance waste workflows.
For setting the standard in medication safety.
For Medication Safety & Clinical Workflow Innovation.
For breakthrough innovation in medication safety.
For advancing perioperative technology.
Global Excellence Awards
Top U.S. honor for exporting excellence.
Recognizing international growth and impact.
Recognizing excellence in international growth.
Outstanding achievement in global expansion.
Safety & Value Recognition
For impacting pharmacy operations & patient care.
Best Practices in Medication Management.
Advancements in Patient Safety.
Business Leadership & Organizational Excellence
For outstanding leadership and business excellence.
Recognizing innovation in manufacturing operations.
For global impact and executive leadership in healthcare.
Why Awards Matter in Healthcare
In healthcare, trust is everything. Industry awards are more than symbols of recognition—they’re third-party validation that a solution is reliable, effective, and impactful. For hospitals evaluating technology partners, these awards serve as powerful reassurance that patient safety isn’t just a promise—it’s a proven priority.
✔ Independent Validation
Each award represents objective, expert evaluation of our innovation and results.
✔ Peer-Reviewed Confidence
Our technologies are trusted by clinicians—and recognized by the organizations shaping the future of healthcare.
✔ Measured Impact
Awards recognize technologies that deliver safer, more efficient care—giving clinicians more time for patients.
✔ Buying Peace of Mind
Awards help decision-makers choose with confidence, knowing the product has already been vetted by leaders in the field.
What This Means For You
When choosing a healthcare technology partner, recognition from industry leaders helps decision-makers move forward with confidence. Awards provide assurance that Codonics solutions are:
✔ Independently Validated by Experts
✔ Recognized by leading safety and innovation authorities
✔ Delivering measurable clinical and operational outcomes
✔ Trusted by over 1,100 hospitals and 16,400+ ORs worldwide
Validated by Experts. Trusted by Clinicians.
Codonics Safe Label System has been used in over 281 million drug preparations and supported more than 70 million procedures
—helping prevent 2.1 million+ potential medication errors.
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