DOTmed April 28, 2025
As global trade shifts, healthcare organizations are confronting the financial strain of rising tariffs on medical devices, equipment, and supplies.
These added costs are pressuring supply chains, leaving many healthcare leaders searching for ways to adapt while maintaining high standards of patient care.
In order to mitigate tariff-related risks and strengthen supply chain resilience, ECRI has offered 10 strategies that organizations can implement.
1. Identify cost-effective equivalents
Healthcare providers can offset rising costs by sourcing clinically acceptable functional equivalents that meet the same performance and safety standards. A thorough review using data-driven tools and clinical evidence is essential to validate vendor claims before integrating new products.
2. Diversify supplier base
Relying on a single supplier heightens risk. Expanding to multiple...
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