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 SME podcast featuring Pooja Solanki

Is your healthcare leadership aligned on technology strategy? In this AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast episode, Pooja Solanki, Senior VP of Indirect Spend Solutions at Vizient, Inc., joins Justin Poulin to discuss how technology investments have become a C-suite imperative. They identify emerging smart devices and Rx tools driving major “invisible spend” and why supply chain visibility is key. Listen in to learn proactive strategies and avoid common blind spots when aligning tech sourcing with leadership priorities. Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation!

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From Chaos to Control: Transformative Strategies in Lab Inventory Management

What does it take to lead transformative change across a 23-hospital system? We asked visionary innovator, Lee Ayers, how he accomplished just that during this Season 8 finale episode. Lee takes us on an exciting journey through the intricacies of his groundbreaking lab replenishment project while highlighting the key ingredients to inventory management success. Come along as we explore the relationship-building, customer-centric practices that turned worn-out sites into centralized powerhouses through clinician and vendor collaboration. From initial pilot success to system-wide optimization, Lee shares the secrets behind this project’s success as well as his predictions for the next frontier of drone-powered integration potential. Join us in celebrating the success of this ongoing venture, where Lee’s passion for supply chain excellence shines through every project detail! Tune in today!

🎉Episodes NOW CEC APPROVED for AHRMM & CE APPROVED AHVAP members!

Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the links below to take a short quiz and download your certificate.

For AHRMM members: access your .5 CEC certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps8-8

For AHVAP members: access your .5 CEs certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/2c6831a0-482b-4588-8ac0-d0f5a11686ab

#PowerSupply #Podcast #AHRMM #AHVAP #HealthcareSupplyChain #LabReplenishment

AHRMM SME podcast featuring Latifah Jackson

In this AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast episode, Latifah Jackson, Supplier Diversity Manager at University Health, talks about the importance of prioritizing supplier diversity in the healthcare industry. She explains how this move strengthens supply chain resiliency while also benefiting the surrounding community. Latifah shares her experience of developing local minority- and women-owned businesses that led to innovative partnerships, half a million dollars in savings, and increased brand value and community goodwill for her health system. Tune in and discover the keys to success for boosting supplier diversity in healthcare.

#AHRMM #PowerSupply #SMEPodcast #HealthcareSupplyChain

From Silos to Solutions: Navigating the Hospital Tech Revolution with Clinical Precision

This week on the Power Supply podcast, we’re navigating the healthcare technology revolution with Arnold Chazal, CEO of VUEMED. Arnold brings his expertise and passion to the conversation as he discusses the breakthrough technologies that are driving collaboration, enhancing efficiency, improving patient outcomes, and breaking down the notorious silos that have plagued our hospital systems for years. Join us as we discover the key drivers sparking clinician engagement through data-rich systems and unlock the secrets to supply chain success powered by healthcare’s high-tech future. Arnold’s infectious enthusiasm and visionary insights for revolutionizing clinician-supply chain relationships shine through during this action-packed episode. Tune in now for an eye-opening discussion that will leave you feeling inspired and optimistic about the future of healthcare!

🎉Episodes NOW CEC APPROVED for AHRMM & CE APPROVED AHVAP members!

Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the links below to take a short quiz and download your certificate.

For AHRMM members: access your .5 CEC certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps8-7

(This episode is pending CE approval for AHVAP members)

#PowerSupply #Podcast #AHRMM #AHVAP #HealthcareSupplyChain #Technology

AHRMM SME podcast featuring Nataschia Roberts

In this AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast episode, Nataschia Roberts, Strategic Sourcing Manager at Saint Luke’s Health System, shares how her team developed an innovative structure to effectively manage their relationship with a managed service provider. She shares how her team expedited response times and rate adjustments by meeting multiple times per day and keeping leadership engaged. Nataschia also discusses key lessons learned in maintaining open communication, flexibility, and strong relationships to optimize efficiency with outsourced services. Tune into this insightful episode today!

#AHRMM #PowerSupply #SMEPodcast #HealthcareSupplyChain

Building Strong Vendor Relationships: A Blueprint for Success

What if stronger vendor relationships could revolutionize your healthcare supply chain? Director of Business Sourcing Strategies for the University of Kansas Health System, Kim Smith, asked this same question before pioneering an integrated vendor management system that did just that. Kim’s innovative system not only strengthened vendor relationships but ensured compliance while fostering collaborative partnerships with suppliers. By using technology and mutual accountability, Kim unlocked new levels of security, accountability, and supplier partnerships. Join us this week as we explore Kim’s blueprint for success in managing vendor access and improving supplier collaborations. Discover how a proactive approach to data and a well-structured consignment model can take your vendor partnerships to the next level of supply chain excellence! Don’t miss out — tune in today!

Episodes NOW CEC APPROVED for AHRMM & CE APPROVED AHVAP members!

Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the links below to take a short quiz and download your certificate.

For AHRMM members: access your .5 CEC certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps8-6

For AHVAP members: access your .5 CEs certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/04ad3eae-9b92-47e5-8245-ee82bee44297

#PowerSupply #Podcast #AHRMM #AHVAP #HealthcareSupplyChain #VendorRelationships

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