WHY, WHAT, and HOW of Strategic Planning

The role of the supply chain is more important in healthcare than ever before due to the rising economic challenges that are faced today under healthcare reform. The C-Suite is looking to the supply chain to address specific issues lead the way. Demonstrate how your department can contribute to the hospital’s bottom line with a well thought out and expertly implemented strategic plan. 

Learning Objectives:

Strategic Planning 101: Why is a Strategic Plan Important?

• Identify why a strategic plan is important.
• Recognize the role of supply chain managers.
• Discover what strategic plans should include.
• Examine strategic plan models such as vision-based and issue-based strategic planning.

Strategic Planning 201: How to Develop a Strategic Plan

• Examine the components of a Supply Chain Strategic Plan.
• Differentiate between strategy and tactics.
• Discuss the steps to undertake in strategic planning.
• Identify the process of developing a Supply Chain Strategic Plan.
• Recognize the elements/characteristics that make an effective plan.
• Learn how to proceed with the development of each element. 

Strategic Planning 301: Implementing a Strategic Plan

• Review components of a Supply Chain Strategic Plan.
• Recognize the importance of presenting and selling the Supply Chain Strategic Plan.
• Examine several case studies.
• Prepare to implement a strategic plan.