The “Just-in-Time” (JIT) strategy originated in the manufacturing industry as a method aimed at minimizing waste and enhancing operational efficiency. This innovative approach focuses on producing and delivering goods only as they are needed in the production process, thereby reducing costs associated with excess inventory and storage. Over time, the
Choosing the right healthcare GPO (Group Purchasing Organization) can shape the future of your health system’s supply chain performance including financial outcomes, operational resilience, and clinical outcomes. During the GPO RFP process, asking the right questions ensures alignment, transparency, and long-term value. Below is an article outline with 10 key
Every health care organization needs technology to deliver patient care — from diagnostic imaging and monitoring devices to life support and surgical robotics. But some health care providers are making costly mistakes that cause their technology to be more expensive than their competitors’. Smart healthcare technology management (HTM) challenges these
The quality of your healthcare technology management (HTM) program is the difference between providing reliable care with well-maintained equipment and shuffling the schedule when something breaks. The right HTM program gets you out of the endless break-fix cycle and into a unified plan to proactively manage all equipment performance and
Effective supply chain management is no longer a back-office function—it’s a strategic imperative that directly impacts patient care, clinician satisfaction and financial outcomes. This shift in approach requires a shift in your team, too. These two specialized roles are revolutionizing health care supply chains: surgical navigators and clinical resource program
In celebration of National Supply Chain Week, we take great pride in acknowledging the importance of the health care supply chain professionals and honor them for their exceptional contributions to patient care and the innovative ways in which they support their health care organizations and communities. Shelon Anderson, BSN, RN,
You might be tempted to let your health care supply chain run in maintenance mode with a GPO. But the last few years have taught us a crucial lesson: Successful health care organizations have a strategic plan for their supply chains. And their plans are forward-thinking and future-proof. If you
The health care industry faces an alarming statistic: the supply chain accounts for up to 40% of a hospital’s total operating costs, yet only 17% of products are distributed through a consolidated model. This inefficiency stems from the lack of standardization in product selection, which results in higher acquisition expenses,
It’s no secret that health care organizations routinely engage in a delicate balancing act. It’s one that has them carefully considering their efforts to improve patient experience and care alongside their need to maintain optimal profitability. Supply chain costs consistently emerge as a critical component in every discussion around sustaining
Group purchasing organizations (GPOs) have been around for a long time, allowing health care organizations to align and use their combined purchasing power to secure the best available pricing for a range of goods and services. GPOs have been a boon to health care organizations. Indeed, Advantus Health Partners, an
