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.

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Just in Case or Just Taking Up Space? Managing Obsolete Inventory

Feeling buried under outdated or unused products taking up valuable real estate in your supply room? Join supply chain superstars Suzi Collins, Brian Bartel, and Justin Poulin as they dive into the world of obsolete inventory, providing key strategies to spring clean your stockrooms and break free from storage struggles! From handling clinician resistance to partnering with vendors for win-wins, you’ll gain insider tips on slashing waste through better data transparency, cross-department collaboration, and proactive communication. Whether you’re new to materials management or a seasoned pro, this dynamic trio shares their expertise for transforming obsolete items from headaches to cost-saving opportunities. It’s time to follow the lessons of Marie Kondo and find joy in a lean, efficient supply chain!

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AHRMM Power Up Podcast – Episode 7

This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller and hosted by Justin Poulin. Tune in every month as we highlight trends, strategies, and solutions from the field to advance the healthcare supply chain. In this episode, Mike and Justin will provide insightful analysis and commentary on topics including:

• UDI Forum Updates
• Reimagining AHRMM
• Israel-Hamas War and Panama Canal Draft Reduction

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_________ Power Supply is proud to announce a new partnership with AHRMM, the leading professional membership group for the healthcare supply chain. Through this collaboration, Power Supply will offer Continuing Education Credit (CEC) approved podcast episodes to the healthcare supply chain audience.

From Rounding to Results: A Journey Towards Clinically Integrated Supply Chain

This week on the Power Supply podcast, we’re unlocking the secrets to supply chain success with Ginger Sharp, Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Legacy Health. Ginger shares her expertise and innovative strategies for fostering clinician engagement and building strong vendor partnerships. Come along as we discover relationship-building tools that bring clinical and vendor teams together, along with the problem-solving techniques that have transformed healthcare supply chain operations. Ginger brings a wealth of experience and passion for collaboration between clinical and vendor teams. Tune in to hear her insights on why these relationships are critical to supply chain excellence. Join us for an inspiring discussion that will empower you with fresh ideas to strengthen your supply chain partnerships!

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/ps8-5

For AHVAP members: access your .5 CEs certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/0948b957-473b-4fa9-8713-c5d8bcbbf9b8

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AHRMM SME podcast featuring Dylan Hansen

In this AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast episode, Dylan Hansen, Manager of Materials Management at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center, shares his inspiring success story in quality improvement. He discusses how he leverages QAPI committees and Kamishibai boards to encourage staff participation and monitor department performance. He also shares his experience of spearheading projects to enhance hospital supply chain management and the positive outcomes he’s witnessed after implementing these innovative tools. Tune in to this insightful episode to gain valuable insights on optimizing your healthcare supply chain operations!

Forecasting Healthcare’s Financial Future

You won’t want to miss this week’s jam-packed episode– as we get an exclusive inside look at the future of healthcare economics with finance expert Andrew Donahue. As Director of Healthcare Finance Policy at HFMA, Andrew shares his insights and expertise on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the financial well-being of the healthcare industry. Come along as we examine how an aging population is reshaping our financial future amidst inflation, shifting payor mixes, and workforce challenges. If you want to gain a deeper understanding of healthcare finance, this episode is a must-listen as we discuss innovative disruptions and collaborative solutions that are shaping the future of healthcare economics. Join the conversation today!

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: quiz link https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps8-4

For AHVAP members: access your .5 CEs certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/e3848dba-45bd-43dc-98fa-5c56ba3b5596

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

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