Less clicks, streamlined workflows, and insights, so you can focus on the case.
PowerPath has been in labs for years. But pathology hasn’t stood still. Case complexity has increased. Workloads are heavier. Digital pathology is no longer optional. And teams are expected to move faster without adding headcount.
The challenge is not familiarity. It’s fit. Many labs are realizing their LIS was never designed for how modern pathology actually operates.
Labs running PowerPath often find themselves dealing with:
These are not edge cases. They are everyday realities in labs trying to do more with systems that were not built for today’s demands.
Here is where the difference with NovoPath’s LIS becomes clear. The difference is not just architecture. It is how your team experiences the system on a daily basis.
The difference is not just architecture. It’s how your lab operates every day.
| Category | NovoPath | Clinisys PowerPath |
| Workarounds Vs Native Workflow | No workarounds. One continuous workflow from accessioning to sign-out. | Workarounds often required to complete full case workflows. |
| Workflow Efficiency | All steps connected in one system. No duplicate entry. | Manual steps and system switching slow down workflows. |
| Cognitive Load | Everything in one view. Less mental switching during review. | Fragmented views increase cognitive load and context switching. |
| Clicks & Navigation | Fewer clicks. Tasks completed in a single workflow. | Multiple clicks and screens required to complete tasks. |
| Focus On Diagnosis | System handles workflow so pathologists focus on diagnosis. | More time spent managing steps instead of reviewing cases. |
| Training & Adoption (NovoU) | 100+ short videos support onboarding and ongoing training. | Training is front-loaded with limited ongoing support. |
| Workflow Flexibility | Labs configure workflows directly without vendor support. | Changes often require vendor involvement or workarounds. |
| Interoperability | One platform connects LIS, EMR, instruments, and imaging. | Multiple systems often required with manual coordination. |
| Visibility & Analytics | Real-time visibility into cases, TAT, and workload. | Limited real-time visibility into lab operations. |
| Scalability | Scales across sites without added complexity. | Growth increases operational complexity. |
| Architecture & Upgrades | Automatic updates. No downtime. No local maintenance. | Upgrades require coordination, validation, and downtime risk. |
If this feels familiar, it’s worth seeing what different looks like.
PowerPath has been widely implemented across pathology laboratories for many years.
However, laboratories increasingly require LIS platforms capable of supporting modern healthcare environments.
Some common reasons labs evaluate alternatives include:
The best way to understand the difference between LIS platforms is to see how they function in real workflows.
A NovoPath demonstration allows laboratories to explore:
The best way to understand the difference between LIS platforms is to see how they function in real workflows.
Because the system starts getting in the way. Because growth exposes limitations. Because the cost of staying becomes higher than the cost of changing…
If you’re starting to question your current system, you’re not early. You’re right on time. Reach out to us to start a conversation.
Clinisys PowerPath is a laboratory information system originally developed as Sunquest PowerPath and now offered as part of the Clinisys laboratory software portfolio.
NovoPath is a cloud-based SaaS laboratory information system designed specifically for anatomic pathology workflows.
Laboratories often evaluate alternatives when they need more modern capabilities such as digital pathology support, cloud deployment, improved workflows, or advanced analytics.
Yes. NovoPath is designed as a true SaaS platform, allowing laboratories to receive continuous updates and modern cloud infrastructure.
