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Predi Designs developed an intuitive and visually engaging collection manual to streamline the Psychemedics hair drug testing process. By combining step-by-step instructions with detailed imagery, this manual ensures collectors follow protocols precisely, reducing errors and improving efficiency.

Project Year

| 2020

Detailed photography and illustrations clarify the collection procedure, preventing common mistakes and ensuring sample integrity.

client

Psychemedics Corporation

Psychemedics is a leader in hair drug testing, providing accurate and court-admissible results for workplace, clinical, and legal applications. Their collection process requires meticulous attention to detail to maintain sample integrity.

Project Year

2020

Helping

Helping

Summary

Psychemedics, a pioneer in hair drug testing, needed a collection manual to standardize their sample collection process. Predi Designs created a comprehensive, visually guided document to address common errors in collection, labeling, and sample sizing. Most visuals were custom-crafted, including photographs taken using a PDT-90 At-Home Test Kit provided by the Psychemedics Marketing Director. By combining clear instructions with strategic visual cues, the manual has improved compliance and efficiency across collection centers.

Project Goals & Purpose

Hair drug testing is a precise science, and every step in the collection process must be executed flawlessly to ensure validity and accuracy. However, Psychemedics was facing recurring issues: collectors were either taking too much hair, frustrating clients, or collecting too little, leading to delays. Mislabeling and skipped steps compounded these challenges.

To solve this, Psychemedics leveraged their Predi Designs subscription to produce a detailed collection manual. This document visually reinforces each step, making it accessible to all collectors regardless of experience level. By creating a training asset that combines simplicity with compliance, we ensured that every test meets strict regulatory standards.

  • Standardization & Compliance
    Develop a manual that eliminates errors and ensures every collection meets industry standards through precise visual guidance.
  • Reducing Client Disruptions
    Address hair sample size inconsistencies to prevent unnecessary client frustration and avoid re-collection visits.
  • Visual Clarity
    Utilize custom illustrations, photography, and branding elements to enhance collector understanding and retention.
An indispensable tool for collection professionals, the manual now serves as the gold standard for Psychemedics’ testing protocols.

Challenges

One of the major challenges was ensuring that the manual conveyed each collection step with absolute clarity. Many collectors were skipping steps or mislabeling samples, leading to delays and compliance risks. Additionally, there was a critical issue with sample sizes, either too much hair was taken, causing client dissatisfaction, or too little was collected, forcing retests.

Predi Designs tackled these issues by crafting clear, step-by-step visuals that left no room for ambiguity. This ensured collectors could easily follow along and perform their tasks with confidence.

Solutions

Predi Designs developed detailed, easy-to-follow illustrations and captured high-quality, real-world photographs to ensure authenticity and accuracy. The manual was structured with a logical flow, allowing collectors to quickly reference key instructions without disrupting their workflow. By integrating branding elements, the manual reinforced Psychemedics' professional identity, enhancing trust and credibility. Every visual was strategically placed to improve comprehension, making it a critical tool for training and compliance.

The Psychemedics Collection Manual visually guides hair sample collectors through a step-by-step process, reducing errors and improving efficiency.

Does your company need clear, impactful training materials to streamline compliance?

Does your company need clear, impactful training materials to streamline compliance?

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Client Reception

Psychemedics saw an immediate improvement in the accuracy and consistency of hair sample collections. Collectors appreciated the manual’s clear structure and visual guidance, significantly reducing errors.

Supervisors reported a decrease in incorrectly labeled samples, and clients expressed relief at the standardized hair sample sizing. The manual became an indispensable resource across all collection sites.

  • Working with Predi Designs has been an absolute game-changer.

    Shannon Shoemaker
    Chief Revenue Officer
    Psychemedics Corporation

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