Power Supply

Without supplies there is no surgery. Without products there is no patient care. Welcome to Power Supply – the healthcare supply chain podcast focused on helping you navigate the intricacies of logistics, purchasing, contracting and supplier relationships. Each episode we speak with healthcare executives, supply chain leaders, and innovative entrepreneurs from across the country as they share their stories, experience and expertise on the industry we love. From the loading dock to strategic sourcing, for buyers to the C-Suite and across the enterprise — we tackle the real-life issues impacting the health care supply chain. Whether you’re tuning in for conversation or inspiration, we’re glad you’re here. You’re just in time to hear it from the source and stock up on insight, so sit back and plug into Power Supply…

AHRMM Power Up Podcast – September ’26 Updates

This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller, 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 September ’26:

  • FCC Proposed Rule – Long-Term Viable GPS Solution
  • AHRMM Activity
    • Supply Chain Week Oct 4-10 coming up!
    • Fall forum (virtual conference Oct 28/29)
    • Call for committee volunteers next week too
    • All 4 AHRMM Academy courses are available for registration
  • On the fringe – Ifosfamide update

#PowerSupply #AHRMM #Podcast #HealthcareSupplyChain #SeptemberUpdate

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Power Supply is proud to partner with AHRMM, the leading professional membership group for the healthcare supply chain. Through this collaboration, Power Supply offers Continuing Education Credit (CEC) approved podcast episodes to the healthcare supply chain audience.

AHRMM SME Podcast featuring Dr. Nicole Harris-Hollingsworth

On this episode of the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Nicole Harris-Hollingsworth, Senior Vice President, Social Impact & Population Health at Hackensack Meridian Health. Dr. Nicole shares her personal connection to human trafficking and why greater awareness across healthcare is so important. She explores how human trafficking can show up in unexpected places throughout the healthcare supply chain, from manufacturing and workforce practices to transportation and delivery. She also takes us inside Hackensack Meridian Health’s Human Trafficking Response Resource Kit, a collection of policies, training materials, and resources designed to help organizations turn awareness into action. Tune in to learn how supply chain professionals can recognize the signs, speak up, and help make a difference.

Click here to view Hackensack Meridian Health’s Human Trafficking Response Resource Kit: https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/preventing-human-trafficking/resources

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Operate in Harmony – What’s Next for the Surgical Supply Chain

More surgical cases are moving to ambulatory settings, AI is advancing at breakneck speed, and healthcare teams are facing growing staffing and financial pressures. So how does the surgical supply chain keep up? In the final episode of “Operate in Harmony,” Matt Rechin from ReadySet returns alongside Mark Van Sumeren from Health Industry Advisor LLC to explore what healthcare organizations should be doing today to prepare for what’s coming tomorrow. From separating AI hype from practical value and making better use of data to rethinking vendor partnerships and preparing perioperative operations for what’s ahead, this conversation looks at the forces shaping the next era of surgical supply chain. Tune in today to discover what it will take to lead your team into the future!

This series explores what it takes to align people, process, and technology across the surgical supply chain. From strengthening clinical partnerships and vendor collaboration to optimizing workflows and embracing innovation, we’ll explore the ideas and insights that help healthcare teams build best practices that last.

A special thanks to our sponsor, ReadySet, for making this series possible.

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Operate in Harmony – Uncovering Hidden Costs in the OR

An off-contract item slips into the OR. A bill-only error goes unnoticed. A utilization mistake isn’t caught until months later. In Episode 3 of “Operate in Harmony,” Brendan Shaw and Matt Rechin from ReadySet reveal how seemingly small gaps can add up to significant financial losses across the surgical supply chain. From gaining visibility before products reach the OR to analyzing cost per case and catching discrepancies before they become costly mistakes, this conversation explores how stronger alignment between supply chain and finance can help reduce unnecessary spend. Join the conversation today to discover where hidden costs may be lurking in your OR and what your team can do to prevent them.

Over the next four weeks, this series explores what it takes to align people, process, and technology across the surgical supply chain. From strengthening clinical partnerships and vendor collaboration to optimizing workflows and embracing innovation, we’ll explore the ideas and insights that help healthcare teams build best practices that last.

A special thanks to our sponsor, ReadySet, for making this series possible.

#PowerSupply #ReadySet #OperateInHarmony #HealthcareSupplyChain #Vendor #Clinical #Operational #Partnership #BestPractices #Finance

Operate in Harmony – Compliance and Clarity Through Connected Technology

When case information, vendor requirements, and compliance data live in separate systems, even a small gap can create major delays. In Episode 2 of “Operate in Harmony,” Brendan Shaw from ReadySet and Jay McDonald from Green Security join us to explore how connected technology can bring greater clarity to the people, products, and processes supporting every surgical case. From linking EHR, ERP, scheduling, and vendor credentialing systems to reducing duplicate work and identifying missing requirements before the day of surgery, this conversation reveals how real-time visibility can help teams stay compliant, prepared, and ahead of costly disruptions. Tune in today to discover how connected technology can help your team spend less time chasing information and more time focusing on patient care.

Over the next four weeks, this series explores what it takes to align people, process, and technology across the surgical supply chain. From strengthening clinical partnerships and vendor collaboration to optimizing workflows and embracing innovation, we’ll explore the ideas and insights that help healthcare teams build best practices that last.

A special thanks to our sponsor, ReadySet, for making this series possible.

#PowerSupply #ReadySet #OperateInHarmony #HealthcareSupplyChain #Vendor #Clinical #Operational #Partnership #BestPractices #Technology

Operate in Harmony – Building Best Practices for Clinical, Operational, and Vendor Alignment

Clinical teams, supply chain leaders, and vendor partners all play a critical role in surgical success, but getting everyone aligned isn’t always easy. In Episode 1 of our brand-new podcast series, “Operate in Harmony,” Geoff Gates from Cleveland Clinic and Matt Rechin from ReadySet join us to explore how stronger partnerships create the foundation for lasting best practices. From strengthening clinical engagement and streamlining vendor communication to leveraging technology and data to reduce manual steps, they’ll break down how stronger alignment can drive safer, smarter, and more consistent processes. If your teams are working side by side but not always in sync, this episode will help you bring every part of the surgical supply chain into harmony. Tune in today!

Over the next four weeks, this series explores what it takes to align people, process, and technology across the surgical supply chain. From strengthening clinical partnerships and vendor collaboration to optimizing workflows and embracing innovation, we’ll explore the ideas and insights that help healthcare teams build best practices that last.

A special thanks to our sponsor, ReadySet, for making this series possible.

#PowerSupply #ReadySet #OperateInHarmony #HealthcareSupplyChain #Vendor #Clinical #Operational #Partnership #BestPractices #Technology

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