The Storage Standard: What TIR109 Means for Supply Chain

What really counts when it comes to sterile storage—and what risks are hiding beneath the surface? On this episode of Power Supply, we’re joined by Garrett Hollembeak, Infection Preventionist and AAMI TIR109 workgroup member, to explore the new guidance reshaping how sterile supplies are stored and transported. From temperature and humidity to chain-of-custody policies and receiving challenges, Garrett explains how TIR109 lays the foundation for smarter, safer sterile storage management. We’ll also dig into cardboard debates, environment-of-care rounds, and the gray areas where policy, practice, and patient safety collide. Most importantly, Garrett highlights how supply chain and infection prevention can work hand-in-hand to close the gaps that put sterile storage at risk. Whether you’re a supply chain leader, infection preventionist, or SPD manager, this conversation will change the way you think about storage!

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/ps15-03

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From Power Plants to Power Plays: How AI is Rewiring Supply Chain

What if the future of supply chain software wasn’t just “AI-enabled” but built on AI from the ground up? On this episode of Power Supply, we’re joined by Stan Garber, Co-Founder & President at Levelpath, to explore what “AI native” really means, why it matters, and what you need to know. From tackling fragmented supplier data to reimagining procurement workflows, Stan breaks down how next-gen AI applications could slash project timelines, transform decision-making, and deliver insights you didn’t know you needed. Along the way, we’ll cover surprising headlines—like how Microsoft is turning to nuclear power to fuel AI demand—and why health systems can’t afford to wait on this tech revolution. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already on the AI train, this episode will have you rethinking the future of 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/ps15-02

#PowerSupply #Podcast #AHRMM #HealthcareSupplyChain #SupplyChain #AI #Technology #TechRevolution

StreetClothes: The Hairdresser

On this episode of StreetClothes, we speak with a healthcare professional whose passion for style and connection comes to life behind the salon chair. From precision cuts to perfect color blends, this licensed cosmetologist blends artistry and care into every look she creates.

Tune in to hear how Dr. Raynetta Stansil brings her signature style to helping people look and feel their best—one trim, one tone, and one transformation at a time…

If you like this series OR have an interesting side-hustle, passion project, or hobby you do outside of your hospital day job that keeps you inspired, refreshed, and motivated, we’d love to hear from you! Message Hank Balch on LinkedIn for a chance to come on the show and share it with the world! 

#StreetClothes #Hobbies #SideHustles #PeopleMatter #Healthcare #BeyondClean #FirstCase #PowerSupply #TransmissionControl #HealthcareHQ

AHRMM SME podcast featuring Mark Litton

This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, host Justin Poulin sits down with Mark Litton, CEO of Howard Medical and passionate advocate for community-driven hospitals. Mark reveals how he successfully executed Tim Loftis’s regional plan from the Chapter Relations Committee at the local level and shares his journey into the healthcare supply chain industry. He also dives into his current national AHRMM initiatives focused on supporting community and critical access hospitals, including the impactful scholarship program helping develop the next generation of supply chain talent. Tune in to hear what drives Mark’s dedication to smaller hospitals and his plans for expanding AHRMM’s reach beyond his national term!

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Counting on Automation: Streamlined Solutions for Supply Chain Success

Are manual inventory counts costing your team valuable hours each week? On this week’s Power Supply Vendor Spotlight™, we’re joined by Dustin Patterson, National Manager of Supply Chain Solutions at LogiQuip®, to explore how their inventory automation solutions are helping healthcare teams do more with less. Learn how their patented Intelli-Flip™ technology integrates directly with a department’s ERP system to automate reordering in real time—helping supply chain teams work smarter, reduce stockouts, and stay ahead of demand. Tune in today to discover how LogiQuip can streamline your inventory workflows and keep critical supplies available when and where they’re needed most!

For more information about LogiQuip’s automation solutions, call 800-665-3760, email dustin@logiquip.net, or visit their website to request a free demo. Heading to AHRMM ’25? Stop by their booth to see Intelli‑Flip™ in action and check out their interactive Intelli‑Flip™ Hero video game here!