Benefits & Challenges

Benefits of OMERO

 * Omero is a top notch DAM for medical research and is used by similar institutions to PHSU.
 * It supports over 140 image file formats, including all major microscope format and tissue scanner.
 * Easy to transfer interface that includes 3D imaging and high quality tools to analyze research.
 * Exports in original file with metadata or presentation format.
 * This system will allow PHSU to participate in global health initiatives and clinical trials that are long-term and have global partners due to 3rd part analyzing tools

Challenges of OMERO

 * The open source software will require a higher degree of in-house manipulation
 * Significant training will be required to get staff prepared for launch
 * Selecting OMERO requires a second DAM for archives and the necessity of a two stage launch

Benefits of HP Records Manager

 * Records Manager, previously TRIM, is a very robust DAM with a high degree of scalability.
 * Uses a "in place" records storage framework to reduce the need for migration
 * Secure and streamlined process that is appropriate for archival records and limited retention institutional records
 * High degree of training and documentation available
 * Vendor support included with the system

Challenges of HP Records Manager

 * Cost of system is annual
 * Designed for Windows operating system. It has a web application for most other operating systems including mobile, but main system is limited to Windows.


 * Feedback on web forums point to some disruption to the end user experience after software upgrades.