Call for Entries: HPN 2026 Supply Chain Department of the Year

Supply chain departments are the backbone of operational efficiency and clinical readiness, and it’s time to recognize the teams raising the bar.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Supply Chain Department of the Year Award, honoring an outstanding healthcare supply chain team that demonstrates excellence across performance, service, innovation, and strategic leadership.

The deadline for nominations is Friday, May 1, 2026.

Each year, this award spotlights supply chain teams that go above and beyond to support clinicians, strengthen financial performance, and drive measurable improvements across their organizations. If your department, or one you work closely with, has achieved meaningful impact, this is your opportunity to share that story.

Award Categories

Submissions will be evaluated across four core areas:

1. Process Innovation:
How the department enhances day-to-day operations through workflow design, technology adoption, and performance improvement, while reinforcing its value across the organization.

2. Customer Service:
How the department supports internal stakeholders, including the OR, nursing units, labs, radiology, and outpatient services, through sourcing, purchasing, distribution, and inventory management.

3. Financial & Operational Impact:
Demonstrated cost savings and operational improvements, including productivity gains, improved service levels, and error reduction.

4. Strategic Outlook:
How the department collaborates with supply chain partners, from manufacturers to GPOs, to drive long-term value, resilience, and better patient outcomes.

There is no limit on submission length, and nominees are encouraged to include quantitative data to support their achievements.

Why Nominate?

The winning team will receive:

• National recognition in the June/July 2026 issue of Healthcare Purchasing News.
• Industry-wide visibility for their achievements.
• Opportunities for expanded editorial coverage and storytelling.

The 2025 Supply Chain Department of the Year, Stanford Medicine, set a powerful example of what’s possible when strategy, execution, and collaboration align. Now, we’re looking for the next team to take the spotlight.

Submit a Nomination

If your supply chain team has a story worth sharing, or you know one that does, don’t wait.

Submit your nomination and help celebrate the professionals advancing healthcare supply chain excellence.