Power Supply

What trends shaped the healthcare supply chain industry this year, and what's heading our way in 2025? In this Season 12 finale episode, our Power Supply hosts Justin Poulin, Hays Waldrop, and Garry Skinner come together to explore a year of transformation and innovation. From software optimization to Robotic Process Automation (RPA), our hosts reflect on the emerging technologies reshaping supply chain operations. Whether you're interested in workforce optimization strategies or the benefits of AI implementation, this episode offers valuable perspectives on the forces driving our industry forward. Tune in today to wrap up 2024 and look ahead to what's next for healthcare supply chain!

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This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Tim Bugg, President & CEO of Capstone Health Alliance, joins host Justin Poulin LIVE during the AHRMM24 conference. Tim shares his passion for addressing the unique challenges facing rural healthcare facilities and strategies to keep these critical providers sustainable. He also reveals his go-to approach for convincing stakeholders to invest in supply chain improvements that drive meaningful impact. Don't miss these insights straight from a supply chain leader working to drive positive change across healthcare organizations!

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What if you could uncover hidden cost savings throughout your healthcare supply chain? This week on Power Supply, Iliana Isherwood, Supply Chain Sales Executive at Cardinal Health, joins us to reveal proven strategies for identifying and capturing often-overlooked savings opportunities. From streamlining processes to optimizing vendor partnerships, Iliana shares how organizations can build a sustainable pipeline of value-driven initiatives. Whether you're looking to enhance purchased services or improve vendor relationships, this episode offers valuable approaches for achieving measurable results. Tune in today to discover how your team can transform small opportunities into significant wins!

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This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Kenny Scher, Vice President of End-to-End Supply Chain at Nexera, Inc., joins host Justin Poulin LIVE during the AHRMM24 Conference in Columbus, OH. Kenny shares his passion for bringing more talent into healthcare supply chain roles and leveraging technologies like AI for more strategic capabilities. He also shares his hobby of maximizing travel rewards programs and the healthcare role he'd want to swap with for a day. Think you know what it is? Tune in today to find out!

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What if you could transform your healthcare supply chain into a powerhouse of efficiency, communication, and innovation? This week on Power Supply, George Godfrey, Chief Supply Chain Officer and Corporate VP of Shared Services at Baptist Health South Florida, joins us to reveal how his team optimized their daily supply chain operations using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems. From streamlining contract renewals to resolving invoice match exceptions, George explains how you can turn time-consuming manual processes into automated solutions that deliver measurable results. Whether you're looking to enhance supplier communication or reduce operational costs, this episode offers valuable strategies for leveraging CRM technology in your facility. Tune in today to discover how CRM tools can help your team build a more efficient supply chain operation!

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Is your supply chain team ready for the holiday hustle? From managing vacation schedules and year-end surgeries to navigating extended shipping times and inventory counts, the holiday season brings unique challenges to our healthcare supply chains. Join Brian Bartel, Suzi Collins, and Justin Poulin as they share practical strategies for keeping your department running smoothly during this hectic time of year. Whether you're dealing with mid-week holidays, competing PTO requests, or planning for reduced supplier operations, you'll discover valuable insights for balancing operational needs with staff satisfaction. Tune in for candid conversations about maintaining work-life balance while ensuring your facility stays well-stocked throughout the holiday season!

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This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller and 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 what you need to know from November '24:

• High-Level Updates

• UDI Forum was Delayed to December (Due to IV Solution challenges)

• Baxter IV Solution Update

• Radiopharmaceutical shortages

• AHRMM Membership Survey is Going Out
• "On The Fringe"

• Baxter B/P Cuffs - raw material constraint and manufactured in Mexico

• Mexico Manufacturing Regulations Impact

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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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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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