ECRI
In the wake of market uncertainty surrounding tariffs and other global trade dynamics, unforeseen supply chain challenges have professionals in the healthcare industry seeking creative solutions and mitigation strategies. A recent article from ECRI examines some of these mitigation strategies, from identifying functional equivalents to diversifying suppliers, with a particular focus on employing a multifaceted approach that incorporates numerous strategies at once. Each mitigation strategy, including those that rely on advanced technology and developing relationships with domestic suppliers, offers a partial solution to current uncertainty. In conjunction, such strategies offer hope for weathering market conditions and ensuring that the healthcare industry can provide quality, timely care for patients.