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People, Places, Processes & Products that Influence the Supply Chain |
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Doing more
with less - redefining inventory organization Organizing supplies and equipment within a facility’s confines remains a hallmark of effective supply chain management. But limited space, coupled with supply and equipment hoarding, present a recipe for cluttered minefields of products, absent a burst of organizational creativity.
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From the 2009 Industry Guide |
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How costly is the consignment convenience?
Efficiency
dieting in supply chain operations |
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rewards for selected OR personnel Operating room management professionals should be heartened by much of the data from Healthcare Purchasing News’ 2008 salary survey because for the most part salaries for OR professionals are higher – to an average of $70,000 across all titles. But three distinct titles are posting even more impressive increases. |
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hygiene formula: 2 clean hands 4 good health Hand hygiene may show up as a command in the first chapter and first verse of the healthcare worker’s bible but compliance remains an issue – an overall average of 40 percent, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. |
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Endoscope
Care Guide 2008: Taking care of surgical business Because the majority of surgeries performed in hospital and outpatient center surgical suites today involve minimally invasive procedures and techniques, it’s not only prudent but also paramount for facilities to take special care of their valuable endoscopic tools. Optimal Care & Handling of Scopes 10 Best Practices for Cleaning and Caring for Endoscopes |
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Proactively managing freight can slow shipping cost spikes Today’s budget-conscious healthcare organizations are digging deeper to drive bigger savings, and one often overlooked savings opportunity is freight management. Little-to-no attention has been paid to the costs associated with shipping inbound and outbound goods, and as a result, many facilities likely have been paying more than necessary for the service.
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