Workflow for RAW IMAGES

I am testing Raw images for the first time and do not know the correct procedure. I have a Panasonic camera which provides Silkypix for pre processing the images. However do I need that? Is vuescan an alternative process that automatically blends with negative lab pro? Or should I use silkypix and then go to Negative Lab Pro in the usual way?
Thanks
lubber

Most of your questions might already be answered in the guide, which you can access by clicking on the word “GUIDE” that you can find at the top of the page. Digital Camera Scanning is explained here: