Supply Chain

Healthcare organizations face many challenges in managing their supply chains. But there are a few problems that supply chain managers can avoid to improve inventory management, standardization and efficiency to save money for their organizations.

Alignment of clinical and supply chain objectives can positively influence costs and patient outcomes. However, in order to reap the benefits of alignment, organizations must work to break down communication silos, optimize workflows, and generate buy-in among both staff and…

Direct manufacturer shipments work independently and in their own silos, which can affect how the overall hospital supply chain operates.

Four recent drugs or medical devices approved by the FDA since March 1:

Hospital leaders see improving supply chain management as a way to counter rapidly declining margins, a new survey conducted by Sage Growth Partners suggests.  

Drone delivery has long been promised to disrupt the transportation industry and improve access to medical supplies, especially in rural areas. But where does it stand?

A recent press release by Premier Inc. released its inflation estimates, projecting price inflation for pharmaceuticals. 

Some healthcare facilities have implemented extra precautions for embryo storage after a freezer system failure caused the loss of 4,000 eggs and embryos at a University Hospitals clinic in Cleveland last year. However, the situation did not empower federal agencies…

Utilization data is a critical resource to help make informed decisions. It helps to reveal standardization opportunities, which is key to saving money.

The operating room (OR) needs better supply chain management systems and analytics to help reduce costs and support patient safety, according to a Cardinal Health survey of surgical staff and hospital supply chain decision-makers.