Navigating the Health Care Supply Chain Evolution

The health care supply chain has undergone significant evolutions in recent years, influenced by technology, inflation, the pandemic, and other factors. As we progress into 2024, the industry faces challenges such as increased costs, resource constraints, and the need for more effective collaboration.

In the face of persistent market volatility and vulnerability, health systems are compelled to redefine their investment strategies, operational models, and innovation pathways. These dynamic changes are giving rise to new trends, emphasizing the urgency to anticipate and prepare for the future.

Supply chain leaders can take several steps to preempt the worst effects of future challenges and maintain an edge by becoming early adopters of more recent, evidence-based supply chain practices.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Treat each discrete supply chain challenge as unique
• Balance cost-savings with considerations for provider and patient experience
• Target incremental ways to mitigate the risk of supply chain disruption
• Start AI conversations with data capture and cleanliness in mind

SPEAKERS

Katie Lachey
Vice President, Marketing
VPL

Derrek Seif 
Chief Strategy and Product Officer
VPL