Strategic Mapping of Critical Products: Insights for Health Care Leaders
Strategic Mapping of Critical Products: Insights for Health Care Leaders provides health care leaders with a clear, visual view of supply chain concentration, manufacturing geography, and logistics dependencies across essential medical supplies.
Developed by the American Hospital Association (AHA) and the Association for Health Care Resource & Materials Management (AHRMM), this resource equips executives and supply chain leaders to move from reactive to proactive risk management, supporting continuity of care when it matters most.
With global disruptions, extreme weather, geopolitical instability and market consolidation, supply chain risk is an ongoing leadership concern, not a crisis-only issue — yet many health care organizations still lack clear visibility into where their most critical sourcing risks exist.
AHRMM, AHA and PMG members can access the full report of Strategic Mapping of Critical Products: Insights for Health Care Leaders. Nonmembers can access a complimentary preview by filling out our form below.
Why Strategic Mapping of Critical Products Matters Now
Health care supply chains are highly interconnected and increasingly vulnerable. Concentration of manufacturing, reliance on limited geographic regions, and complex logistics networks can turn a single disruption into systemwide impact.
This resource helps leaders:
- Identify concentration risk across critical product categories
- Understand geographic and geopolitical exposure of finished goods manufacturers
- Assess logistics and shipping dependencies that can impact lead-times
- Review sourcing strategies alongside organizational risk tolerance
- Strengthen organizational preparedness with data to inform decision-making
Designed for executive and operational leaders, this heat map transforms complex data into practical insight — supporting planning before disruptions occur.
What's Included in This Resource
Each product category includes:
Manufacturer market share visualization
Country-of-origin and production exposure
Logistics and shipping dependency insights
Supplier-level risk signals and resilience initiatives
Cross-supplier observations for comparative visibility across the market
Product Categories Covered
The initial release includes ten critical product categories essential to patient care:
Isolation Gowns
Surgical Gloves
Infusion Pump Administration Sets
Surgical Masks
Hypodermic Needles
Prefilled Flush Syringes
Respirator Masks (N95)
Blood Collection Tubes
Intravenous (IV) Solutions
Intravenous (IV) Tubing Extension Sets
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Disclaimer
This Strategic Mapping of Critical Products report and accompanying materials (collectively, the “Materials”) are provided for informational and general guidance purposes only. They are intended to assist users in identifying and considering issues related to the covered topics, but do not constitute legal, regulatory, operational, cybersecurity, financial, or other professional advice, and should not be relied upon as such. Users understand that they are responsible for complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory agency guidance, and further that laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance are subject to change. The recommendations and observations reflected in the Materials are generalized in nature and may not be applicable to all organizations, environments, or circumstances. In compiling content for the Materials, the American Hospital Association relied on information and input provided by third parties and other external sources and has not independently verified such information. The content in the Materials is provided “as is,” without any representation or warranty regarding accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or fitness for any particular purpose. Use of the Materials and any reliance on their recommendations is voluntary and undertaken at the user’s sole risk. Users are strongly encouraged to consult their own legal counsel, technical experts, and other professional advisors regarding the applicability, appropriateness, and accuracy of the information and recommendations for their specific circumstances. Neither the American Hospital Association nor any of its affiliates and/or contributors, collaborators, or participating organizations assumes any responsibility or liability for decisions made, actions taken, and/or outcomes resulting from use of or reliance on the Materials.