American Hospital Association RFID technology remains an important part of supply chain and inventory management across the healthcare industry, but a recent article from the American Hospital Association highlights methods for employing RFID in new ways. Because RFID tags allow for tracking inventory en masse (as opposed to individual barcode scanning), healthcare facilities are using the technology to monitor crash …
The Critical Role of Healthcare Procurement
BW Healthcare World Procurement is a key driver of healthcare quality, directly impacting patient outcomes and operational efficiency alike. A recent article from BW Healthcare World looks at this essential piece of the healthcare industry, noting the complex nature of procurement efforts and the challenges faced by those responsible for them. From patient safety and regulatory compliance to costs and …
Filling Gaps in Medical Equipment Supply Chain
biz2credit Unforeseen events can cause disruptions in medical equipment supply chains, as evidenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, hurricane Helene, and beyond. In these times of crisis, essential medical equipment is in high demand, yet the supply chains providing such equipment face crisis-related challenges that further complicate the medical care landscape. A recent article from biz2credit offers tactics for filling possible …
Blockchain in Medical Supply Chain
nasscom As the healthcare industry continues to rely on advanced technology, blockchain has emerged as a transformative opportunity for medical supply chains to both improve efficiency and combat issues around counterfeit drugs, data breaches, and beyond. In a recent article from nasscom, the authors outline the numerous benefits blockchain could bring to the healthcare industry and medical supply chain, and …
Medical Device Supply Chain Needs Automation
Supply Chain Brain A recent article from Supply Chain Brain highlights comments from Todd Martensen, chief commercial officer with Ascential Medical & Life Sciences, about the need to embrace automation in the medical device manufacturing supply chain. Citing challenges from his decades-long career in the industry such as changing labor costs, the costs associated with re-shoring device manufacturing, and sheer distance …
Hurricanes Disrupt Healthcare Supply Chain, Prompting Federal Intervention
Healthcare Finance Damage from two major hurricanes, Helene and Milton, led to temporary manufacturing closures, transport issues, and other disruptions in the healthcare supply chain throughout the southeast United States. Florida and North Carolina, both impacted by flooding and structural damage, were among the most affected areas. After prompting by the American Healthcare Association, the federal government stepped in to …
RFID Technology’s Impact in America’s Supply Chain
RFID Journal The growing role of RFID technology in supply chain management continues to generate efficiency, cost savings, and improved performance at numerous points across the supply chain. Radio frequency identification (RFID), through the combined use of tags, readers, and associated software, allows for accurate tracking, inventory management, and beyond – all while reducing the need for manual intervention. A …
Sustainability in Healthcare
CIO Look Environmental responsibility and sustainability are growing concerns across in healthcare, and leaders across the industry are exploring ways to balance patient care and efforts to manage waste, develop energy efficiency, and reduce environmental impacts across the board. A recent article from CIO Look examines this issue in greater detail, including the role of healthcare supply chains in these …
Streamlining Healthcare Logistics with Blockchain Technology
iTMunch Blockchain technology, originally developed for cryptocurrency transactions, continues to have more applications across numerous industries, including the healthcare logistics space. As a decentralized digital ledger that tracks transactions to ensure accuracy and transparency, the application of blockchain to healthcare logistics allows for more sophisticated tracking, enhanced traceability, better inventory management, and ultimately, greater patient care. A recent article from …
Leveraging AI for Disaster Response and Supply Shortages
Innovation News Network Using data from social media networks and AI tools, a doctoral student from the University of Alabama has investigated ways to leverage these technologies to help prevent supply chain shortages in times of disaster. A recent article from Innovation News Network describes the process and potential applications, showing a framework that would allow people in disaster areas …