Season 7 Rewind - Navigating the Complexities of Healthcare Supply Chain Inspections: Challenges and Best Practices
Release Date: 10/07/2024
The CRM Playbook: Unlocking Supply Chain Innovation
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What if you could transform your healthcare supply chain into a powerhouse of efficiency, communication, and innovation? This week on Power Supply, George Godfrey, Chief Supply Chain Officer and Corporate VP of Shared Services at Baptist Health South Florida, joins us to reveal how his team optimized their daily supply chain operations using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. From streamlining contract renewals to resolving invoice match exceptions, George explains how you can turn time-consuming manual processes into automated solutions that deliver measurable results. Whether...
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Holiday Hustle: Unwrapping Supply Chain Seasonal Success
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Is your supply chain team ready for the holiday hustle? From managing vacation schedules and year-end surgeries to navigating extended shipping times and inventory counts, the holiday season brings unique challenges to our healthcare supply chains. Join Brian Bartel, Suzi Collins, and Justin Poulin as they share practical strategies for keeping your department running smoothly during this hectic time of year. Whether you're dealing with mid-week holidays, competing PTO requests, or planning for reduced supplier operations, you'll discover valuable insights for balancing operational needs with...
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AHRMM Power Up Podcast - Episode 19
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This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller and hosted by Justin Poulin. Every month, we highlight trends, strategies, and solutions from the field to advance the healthcare supply chain industry. In this episode, Mike and Justin share what you need to know from November ’24: High-Level Updates UDI Forum was Delayed to December (Due to IV Solution challenges) Baxter IV Solution Update Radiopharmaceutical shortages AHRMM Membership Survey is Going Out “On The Fringe” Baxter B/P Cuffs - raw material constraint and manufactured in Mexico Mexico Manufacturing...
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The Robot Revolution: Drones, AI, & the Future of Supply Chains
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Is your healthcare system ready for the next wave of supply chain automation? This week on the Power Supply Podcast, Sven Schürer, Operating Partner at Anchor Group, joins us to explore how cutting-edge AI technology is transforming healthcare logistics. From drones delivering critical medications to AI-powered inventory systems, Sven reveals how automation is addressing workforce challenges while enhancing operational efficiency and patient care. Whether you're curious about the latest tech trends or interested in implementing automation solutions in your healthcare facility, this episode...
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Safety Net or Money Pit? Finding Your Safety Stock Sweet Spot
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Are your shelves carrying too much "just in case" inventory? In this final installment of our three-part series, Brian Bartel, Suzi Collins, and Justin Poulin dive deep into the critical balance of keeping enough buffer stock without tying up valuable cash flow. From finding your safety stock sweet spot to determining the right safety stock for high-dollar vs. high-volume items, you'll discover practical strategies for right-sizing your inventory. Whether you're dealing with critical patient care items or everyday supplies, this episode offers valuable insights on adapting safety stock to your...
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AHRMM SME podcast featuring Richard Bagley
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On this episode of the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Richard Bagley, VP of Supply Chain at UCHealth, joins Justin Poulin for an insightful discussion on reducing waste through preference card optimization. Richard breaks down why supply expenses extend beyond pricing, highlighting impacts from utilization and inefficient waste. He'll walk us through the phases of UCHealth's successful initiative - rallying stakeholders, leveraging game-changing tools like the Procedure Summary Report to drive behavioral change, and more. Tune in to gain Richard's expert insights on minimizing wasteful...
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Behind the Numbers: The Hidden Cost of Medical Waste
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What's the true cost of medical supply waste in your facility? On this episode of Power Supply Season 12, Christina Tosto, VP & GM for WaveMark™ Solutions at Cardinal Health, joins us to reveal the true impact of supply waste in our healthcare systems. From leveraging visibility and data to implementing effective communication strategies, Christina shares proven strategies for identifying and eliminating costly waste in healthcare supply chains. Whether you're battling expired supplies or seeking to optimize your operational efficiencies, this episode offers actionable solutions for...
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AHRMM SME podcast featuring Kai Peters
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This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, recorded live at the AHRMM24 Conference in Columbus, OH, host Justin Poulin welcomes Kai Peters, Supplier Diversity and Sustainability Manager at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Kai shares her passion for promoting social equity and environmental sustainability by locally sourcing products and services from diverse suppliers that serve the community. She also dishes on her most memorable career mistake and the lessons she's learned along the way. Tune in for Kai's unique perspective on merging supplier diversity and...
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The Clinical Connection: Rethinking OR & Supply Chain Relationships
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What happens when an OR runs out of a critical supply during a procedure? How does your team manage the stress when there are more cases scheduled than supplies available? In this episode of Power Supply, Melanie Perry, host of the First Case podcast and active OR nurse, invites us into the dynamic world where clinical and supply chain priorities intersect. From tackling inventory management challenges to navigating urgent product approvals, Melanie shares her insights on how perioperative nurses and supply chain professionals can collaborate more effectively to meet supply needs. Whether...
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AHRMM SME podcast featuring Jason Moulding & Dr. Paul Degenfelder
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This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Jason Moulding, Chief Supply Chain Officer, and Dr. Paul Degenfelder, Surgeon and Medical Director of Supply Chain at MultiCare Health System, join Justin Poulin to discuss their inspiring collaborative journey merging supply chain and clinical perspectives. They share how their unique partnership began, discuss Dr. Degenfelder's path to discovering his passion for supply chain, and identify major wins like pioneering the first system-wide total joint initiative through physician engagement. Tune in for an eye-opening look at how this...
info_outlineSeason 12 of Power Supply will launch on 10/28/24. In the meantime, we will be highlighting some of our favorite episodes from Season 7!
Episodes NOW CEC APPROVED for AHRMM members! // What role does supply chain play during regulatory and accreditation surveys? Are we the supporting actors offering our encouragement to our fellow departments? Or are we the star of the show? Joining us this week on the Power Supply podcast is Barbara Strain, Principal at Barbara Strain Consulting. Barbara brings her knowledge and expertise to the conversation to help guide us through the maze of regulations, inspections, and best practices. We will also discover how the art of concise communication and collaboration is the key to successfully passing your next inspection, confidently and with ease. Don’t miss this insightful episode as we dive into the world of compliance, best practices, and the tools you need to know to ace your next inspection with flying colors!
Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for .5 CECs!
https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps7-5
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