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Demanding more assurance strategies? They’re not in short supply.
January 22, 2025

A chaotic supply chain has downstream effects that thwart the critical mission of patient care. But there are numerous tactics and resources that can bolster resiliency... read more

Supply chain and cost management
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As-built hospital facility drawings are key to emergency response and operational efficiency
January 9, 2025

As-built drawings — updated versions of construction documents that illustrate the building as it was actually constructed — for hospitals and healthcare facilities are vital assets that enhance oper... read more

Supply chain and cost management
Blog
Surveying the landscape of the newest Alzheimer’s disease medications
January 7, 2025

The controversy surrounding the FDA's recent approvals of medications for Alzheimer’s disease has raised important questions about the medications’ safety and cost, as well as their ability to delive... read more

Supply chain and cost management
Blog post
New Joint Commission sustainability certification can help your strategy, culture and cost savings bloom
December 10, 2024

Valley Children’s Healthcare used the Sustainable Health Certification Program to better align sustainability efforts and employee engagement across the organization... read more

Supply chain and cost management
Blog post
A sticky situation: Reducing PFAS in foodservice
November 22, 2024

Dig into sustainable alternatives that are safer for people and the planet, say Vizient's Mellissa Nguyen and Cas Mosier... read more

Supply chain and cost management
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How cellular, acellular and matrix-like products (formerly known as CTPs) improve wound care
November 21, 2024

These products can be used in combination with other wound care modalities to improve healing and potentially reduce the need for more invasive procedures. But what are they — and what are the advant... read more

Clinical operations and quality
Supply chain and cost management
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How changing connectors could improve safety
October 10, 2024

When it comes to patient safety, the right connection can make all the difference. Standardized connectors can help reduce medical tubing misconnections during the delivery of fluids, nutrition and m... read more

Supply chain and cost management
Clinical operations and quality
Article
Parkview Health reviews formulary process, saves millions in non-labor costs amidst rising cost of drugs
September 24, 2024

With a projected 3.81% drug price inflation rate for pharmaceuticals by the Vizient Pharmacy Market Outlook, it's not surprising health system pharmacies are turning to formulary review as a way to m... read more

Supply chain and cost management
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2024 Vizient Connections Summit: Data is the reflection point
September 20, 2024

Share best practices. Support communities. Enhance resiliency. Propel the industry forward... read more

Supply chain and cost management
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Daily Dispatch, Day 3: Rush President and CEO Dr. Omar Lateef to reflect on future of healthcare in closing keynote
September 18, 2024

Daily Dispatch, Day 3: Rush President and CEO Dr. Omar Lateef to reflect on future of healthcare in closing keynote... read more

Supply chain and cost management
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Daily Dispatch, Day 2: Education sessions, Top Performers take center stage today
September 17, 2024

Daily Dispatch, Day 2: Education sessions, Top Performers take center stage today... read more

Supply chain and cost management
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Daily Dispatch, Day 1: Welcome to the 2024 Vizient Connections Summit
September 16, 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Vizient Connections Summit... read more

Supply chain and cost management