Power Supply
The Robot Revolution: Drones, AI, & the Future of Supply Chains
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 offers valuable insights into the technologies reshaping our healthcare supply chain. Tune in now to discover how these emerging technologies are creating new possibilities for the future of healthcare logistics!
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Safety Net or Money Pit? Finding Your Safety Stock Sweet Spot
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 facility’s unique needs. Join us as we wrap up this essential series and put the final piece of the inventory management puzzle in place!
Formula: Safety Stock = (Max Daily Usage x Max Lead Time) – (Average Daily Usage x Average Lead Time)
Thank you for joining us for this 3-part series!
Missed Parts 1 & 2? Catch up on our Reorder Point and Reorder Quantity discussions here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLu-lsrFpnsLn3J-s_RGNF_VtH6kscKtr_&si=drgJyNMLRR1VJNHy
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AHRMM SME podcast featuring Richard Bagley
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 spending and optimizing operational efficiency!
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Behind the Numbers: The Hidden Cost of Medical Waste
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 turning waste reduction into measurable improvements. Tune in now to discover how small inventory management changes can deliver lasting results to your bottom line and patient care outcomes!
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/ps12-04
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AHRMM SME podcast featuring Kai Peters
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 sustainability in healthcare supply chain!
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The Clinical Connection: Rethinking OR & Supply Chain Relationships
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 you’re facing issues with accurate usage documentation or striving to build stronger clinical partnerships, this episode provides practical advice for creating collaborative solutions that benefit everyone involved. Tune in to learn how breaking down departmental silos can lead to better outcomes in the OR and beyond!
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