Sorting It Out: Finding Clarity in Linen Utilization

When linen spend rises, are you seeing the full picture, or just the invoice? On this week’s Power Supply Vendor Spotlight™, we’re joined by Jason Isherwood, CEO and Co-Founder of ClearVu-IQ, and Mike Hopkins, Vice President of Supply Chain at Northwestern Medicine, to explore how utilization intelligence is helping health systems better understand linen usage across their facilities. Learn how ClearVu-IQ reveals linen utilization patterns across health systems, helping teams move beyond assumptions and make more informed decisions about ordering, inventory, and spend. Plus, you’ll hear how Mike’s team at Northwestern Medicine is putting those insights into practice. What could a clearer picture of linen utilization mean for your health system? Tune in to find out!

Learn more about ClearVu-IQ’s utilization intelligence platform by visiting www.clearvuiq.com. To request a complimentary utilization assessment or schedule a discovery conversation, contact Jason at Jason.isherwood@linsightshealth.com. Be sure to follow ClearVu-IQ on LinkedIn for additional resources and industry insights!

From Data Transparency to Cost Savings: Turning Visibility into Leverage

What happens when data transparency shifts the balance of power in healthcare supply chain? In this week’s episode of Power Supply, Brendan Kelly, Vice President of Business Development at Genesis Automation Healthcare, joins the team to explore how data transparency is transforming vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and supply chain decision-making. From pricing validation and contract compliance to physician preference items and real-time savings opportunities, Brendan explains how health systems are using better data to move from reactive audits to proactive action. He also shares how emerging technologies like agentic AI can help organizations cut through information overload and focus on the opportunities that matter most. If your team is looking to turn data into leverage, this episode offers a practical look at the future of healthcare supply chain.

Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for 0.5 CECs! – https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps18-07

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Trust, Technology, & the Fight Against Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals

What happens when counterfeit pharmaceuticals go digital? In this episode of Power Supply, Vinny Minhas, VP and Head of Sales at an AI-powered brand protection company, j joins the conversation to explore how technology is reshaping the fight against counterfeit drugs. From the rapid increase in counterfeit medications and hidden online marketplaces to the growing role of AI in identifying suspicious activity, Vinny shares how brands, platforms, and industry partners are working together to protect patients and preserve trust. He also explains how social media platforms, messaging apps, and other digital channels are changing the way counterfeit pharmaceuticals are marketed and sold. If you’ve ever wondered how counterfeit products find their way into healthcare, this episode offers a timely look at one of the industry’s fastest-evolving challenges.

Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for 0.5 CECs! – https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps18-06

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AHRMM Power Up Podcast – May ’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 May ’26:

• Compensation Survey ’26
• Upcoming Events
  • Information Systems – Data Management Academy
  • Finance Academy
  • Spring Summit – On Demand
• AHRMM Conference Awards – Welcome Reception
  • Patient First – Clinically Integrated Supply Chain
  • Supply Chain Advancement
  • Federal Sector Supply Chain Performance
• On the Fringe
  • Neuro Sponge Shortage – Extends Through 2026
  • Medline Angiographic Rotating Adapter Control Syringes
  • Nitrile Gloves and Allocations

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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.

Dirty Data, Broken Trust: Why Data Hygiene Matters

What happens when healthcare supply chain teams stop trusting their own data? In this episode of Power Supply, Shireen Ahmad, Executive Partner at Midstream, joins us to explain why data hygiene remains one of the biggest challenges in healthcare supply chain, and why its impact reaches far beyond IT. From ERP migrations and broken contract relationships to pricing discrepancies that can cost hospitals thousands of dollars per procedure, Shireen shares real-world examples of how poor data quietly undermines operations, sourcing, and financial performance. She also explores the growing role of AI, master data management, and governance, arguing that data hygiene is ultimately a trust issue, not just a technology issue. If you’ve ever questioned the accuracy of your data, this episode offers a candid look at the challenges hiding behind the numbers.

Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for 0.5 CECs! – https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps18-05

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AHRMM SME Podcast featuring Tom Redding

On this episode of the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, we sit down with Tom Redding, Executive VP, Healthcare at St. Onge Company. From Sterile Processing and pharmacy to distribution and support services, Tom breaks down why more healthcare organizations are exploring centralization efforts and what it really takes to make them successful. He discusses how leaders can evaluate organizational maturity, determine whether they have the scale to support centralization, and balance financial viability with long-term operational goals. Don’t miss Tom’s perspective on building a smarter roadmap for healthcare centralization initiatives!

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