Supply chain tip of the week: Include all transportation costs to get a better picture of total freight spend

Traditional freight management programs include only inbound and outbound shipping expenses.

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To get an accurate picture of total freight spend, hospitals should be sure to include all of the additional transportation costs related to inbound and outbound deliveries, including couriers and private fleets, so they can make more informed decisions about how to best manage it all.

Once the expanded program is established, advanced data analytics can seek new opportunities to improve efficiency and savings across all modes of transportation at every touch point along the hospital supply chain.

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