This video was brought to you by Lisa Miller and Rich Dormer. Supply Chain Conversation In this video, Lisa Miller and Rich Dormer discuss some of the challenges hospitals have in their supply chain. They’re responsible for patient care and for facilitating the necessary supplies and services to patients and hospital professionals. Whether they’re
PPI Optimizations Physician preference items (PPIs) are often comprised of the most expensive products ordered by hospitals and can have a negative impact on your hospital’s operating margins. In this blog, I outline 5 key steps to physician preference item optimization. The True Cost of Physician Preference Items The most successful healthcare organizations know how
In Episode 7 of The Healthcare Leadership Experience, Lisa is joined by Vincent Matozzo, Corporate Supply Chain & Strategic Sourcing Leader at Yale New Haven Health. Together, they explore the need to be intentional with your hospital supply chain strategy. As Vincent observes: ‘’The ability to be intentional comes from a great foundational data analytics
Improve Financial and Efficiency Performance in Hospitals This article was written by Lisa Miller. Enterprises across every sector are continually involved in the collection, processing, and analysis of massive flows of big data to improve efficiency and profitability. The healthcare industry, notably hospitals, is no exception as they attempt to balance quality health care delivery with
Resources for COVID-19 This article was written by Lisa Miller. Identifying credible, sustainable and cost effective COVID resources remains a priority for healthcare organizations. At VIE Healthcare®, we offer a variety of resources to address the COVID-19 cost impact on your hospital including: Ways to accelerate and maximize your funding solutions. Proven supply chain cost management
Supply Chain Costs Have Become the #1 Cost in US Healthcare This article was written by Lisa Miller. Across the US healthcare sector, there is now unprecedented pressure to find cost savings opportunities. It is just one of the reasons why your hospital needs supply chain excellence. High performance hospitals invest in and build world class
10 Reasons Nurses Can Shape The Future of Healthcare This article was written by Jim Cagliostro. “Nurses remain uniquely situated to shape healthcare due to their team approach, proximity to the bedside, and understanding of patient care within the hospital and the community.” (Institute of Medicine, 2010; Luther & Hart, 2014). Most nurses will support
A Growing Concern for the US Supply Chain This research report was compiled by Sue Farkas and Jim Cagliostro. In 2019, it was predicted that supply chain costs would overtake labor expenses as the #1 cost in US healthcare in 2020. Already aware of this growing trend, health systems have long sought out new strategies
This article was written by Lisa Miller. Interim Supply Chain Help “Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.” This mantra is one that psychologists teach us to remember, especially when we’re faced with an overwhelming task. When it comes to interim supply chain help, now is the time for hospitals to call
Innovation in Cost Saving Strategies This article was written by Lisa Miller. Unsustainable growth in healthcare expenditure demands an effective response. Drawing on our extensive expertise in cost reduction, VIE Healthcare has created a definitive list of 15 innovative cost savings strategies to drive sustainable margin improvement across your organization. #1 Cost management program A
