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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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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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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!
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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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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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This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Jason Moulding, Chief Supply Chain Officer, and Dr. Paul Degenfelder, Surgeon and Medical Director of Supply Chain at MultiCare Health System, join Justin Poulin to discuss their inspiring collaborative journey merging supply chain and clinical perspectives. They share how their unique partnership began, discuss Dr. Degenfelder's path to discovering his passion for supply chain, and identify major wins like pioneering the first system-wide total joint initiative through physician engagement. Tune in for an eye-opening look at how this dynamic duo is transforming healthcare delivery through powerful supply chain-clinical collaborations!
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How does healthcare supply chain succeed at its ultimate test—implementing critical changes while balancing quality, cost, and patient care? On this episode of Power Supply, Brian Bartel, Director of Materials Management at Mckenzie Willamette Medical Center, joins us to explore the realities of healthcare logistics and supply chain transitions. From cultivating successful vendor partnerships to leveraging KPIs for seamless implementations, Brian shares real-world strategies and lessons learned from the frontlines of supply chain management. Whether you're planning your next major transition or aiming to strengthen your vendor relationships, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you drive seamless change in your organization. Tune in and discover how to create your own supply chain success story!
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This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Pete Bennett, Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Cardinal Health, joins Justin Poulin LIVE during the AHRMM24 Conference in Columbus, OH. Pete discusses his passion for supply chain resiliency, breaking down critical factors like people, processes and tech footprints that keep organizations resilient amid disruptions. He also shares a surprising backstory on his initial healthcare reluctance before recognizing the vital patient impact. Tune in today and discover why supply chain resiliency is critical for safeguarding healthcare and enhancing patient care!
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When Hurricane Helene disrupted the nation's IV fluid supply, how did your supply chain team respond? On this Power Supply Season 12 premiere episode, Suzi Collins, Director of Supply Chain Analytics at Banner Health and member of the Power Supply Advisory Group, joins us to reveal how data analytics and teamwork helped her supply chain network navigate this critical shortage. From implementing real-time analytics to coordinating national response efforts, Suzi shares how technology is transforming the way healthcare systems prepare for and manage supply disruptions. Whether you're dealing with natural disasters or everyday challenges, this episode is packed with practical insights on leveraging data to build a more resilient supply chain. Tune in and discover how the right analytics strategy can help your organization stay ahead of the next supply chain crisis!
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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 insights and updates from October ’24:
#AHRMM #PowerSupply #Podcast #HealthcareSupplyChain #OctoberUpdate ________ 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.
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