Supply Chain

Supply Chain Tip of the Week: Take 3 steps to lower shipping costs

When it comes to lowering shipping costs, there is a general three-step plan that has proven to be successful for health systems of all sizes:

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Monday, August 24th, 2020

1. Include all system-wide freight spend in your freight management program

2. Use data and analytics to reveal new savings

3. Improve freight management program compliance

For more information on optimizing your supply chain, explore these resources, insights and services. To learn more about lowering hospital transportation costs, click here.

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