AHRMM Launches 2004 Performance Indicators Study on Healthcare Surgery Supply Chain

CHICAGO, September 20, 2004  - The Association for Healthcare Resource & Materials Management (AHRMM) has introduced its 2004 Performance Indicators Study on Healthcare Surgery Supply Chain. The study provides a wide range of data on current operational trends impacting the management of the surgery supply chain and assists in measuring performance, defining improvement opportunities and monitoring activities over time.

The study also outlines current operational issues and potential best practices being implemented across 16 major topics of particular interest to materials managers and other health care professionals.

“The 2004 study puts the latest data in the hands of materials management professionals,” said AHRMM Executive Director Deborah Sprindzunas. “It also offers new tools to help track and improve overall facility performance.  We’re pleased to make this important resource available to our members and other health care professionals.”

The 2004 Performance Indicators Study is $100 for AHRMM members and $150 for non-members. For more information and to order the 2004 Performance Indicators Study on Healthcare Surgery Supply Chain, visit the online AHRMM Bookstore or call (800) 242-2626 and ask for Product #142929.

About AHRMM
The Association for Healthcare Resource & Materials Management is the leading national association for executives in the healthcare resource and materials management profession.  A personal membership group of the American Hospital Association, AHRMM serves more than 3,400 active members.  Founded in 1962, AHRMM prepares its members to contribute to the field and advance the profession through networking, education, recognition, and advocacy. For more information, please visit www.ahrmm.org.