Vendors’ plea
‘Remove vendor credentialing requirements that add cost, but not value’ Sticking points remain. And the number of healthcare organizations participating in the dialogue remains low….
December 2013
Cybersecurity and the Contracting Executive
Contracting executives: Make sure upfront that manufacturer will support for software updates Computer users have been concerned about viruses since the dawn of the Internet….
Buyers, sellers
IDN executives and national account executives compare notes at ANAE conference ANAE Sponsors Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems Inc Johnson & Johnson Health Care…
Team Players
SPOG members have reaped benefits beyond aggregated volume and cost savings. Being part of a purchasing coalition can lead to lower costs – and more….
Greater savings, better outcomes
Consolidating purchased-service contracts leads to substantial savings and the potential for higher quality outcomes for Spectrum Health. It came as no surprise. When the consulting…
Provista recognizes the power of distribution
Former distribution executive Ed Burleson works to bring together the GPO, its members and distributors It wouldn’t be a stretch to say that the relationship…
Publisher’s letter: When Eras Collide
Most people I’ve talked to will be happy to see 2013 end and 2014 begin. This was a transitional year where two eras collided. We’re…