Hospital supply leaders should prioritize 3 areas: AHA
Becker's Healthcare January 23, 2024
The American Hospital Association named three areas where supply chain leaders at hospitals and health systems should set anchor: people, processes and technology.
1. People
The supply chain flow can crumble if there aren’t enough qualified people to maintain it, and “getting the right people starts by assessing existing staff resources and knowing what additional resources may be needed,” according to the report.
After filling up the ranks, targeted training can help with planning for future needs, such as Minneapolis-based Allina Health’s supply team focusing on demand management....