Procure Pulse: Recent Episodes
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Procure Pulse is dedicated to third-party service optimization and supply chain improvement. Founded by Conductiv, the leader of supply chain success solutions, Procure Pulse will discuss third-party services to address what we are seeing in the market, to share best practices, how to handle difficult categories, and GPO best practices. Our goal is to elevate supply chain experts and lead the conversation. Follow us on Twitter at @conductivinc, or on LinkedIn at Conductiv. If you have requests or questions, you can reach out to us on social media, or contact us through our website which is conductiv.com.
Listen in as host Mickey Meehan speaks with Irma Spahic, Senior Director of Solutions and Strategy, and Jonathan Pruitt, Senior Product Manager at Conductiv as they delve into the critical world of supplier performance management in healthcare. Uncover challenges, innovative solutions, and the transformative potential of transparent and goal-driven supplier relationships, all aimed at enhancing patient care and operational excellence.
In this episode of Procure Pulse, guest-host Anna Ormiston, VP of GPO and Operations at Conductiv, and Kurt Hayes, Chief Product Officer at Dignity Health Global Education (DHGE), delve into one of healthcare's greatest challenges: high costs and workforce shortages. They highlight how strategic investment in workforce development can drive financial outcomes. With real-world examples, they show how DHGE is helping systems reduce employee turnover and upskill staff in scalable ways. Tune in to discover how your organization can optimize educational investments, achieve cost reductions and foster a more confident, satisfied workforce.
In this episode of Procure Pulse, we welcome Jeff Ashkenase, Group Vice President of End to End Supply Chain at Premier, to discuss the future of healthcare and the innovative solutions that contribute to long-term success. Join us as we explore the integration of automation, efficiency, and emerging technologies in supply chain management, the balance between cost savings and high-quality care, and the collaborative efforts between healthcare providers and supply chain experts. Discover the latest trends and how healthcare organizations can stay ahead of the curve in delivering value-driven care.
In this episode, our host Mickey Meehan, GVP & GM of Conductiv, talks with David Long, Senior Director Service Line Services & Technology at Premier, Inc., about the challenges that healthcare IT professionals face in ensuring patient safety in a technology-driven environment. They explore the role of data analytics in improving the quality of care delivery and discuss new IT strategies that can be implemented to minimize clinician and administrative burnout.
In this episode, we dive into the importance of digital safety and security in the procurement of third-party purchased services. Mickey Meehan, GVP and GM of Conductiv connects with Mike Regan, VP, Head of Engineering at Conductiv, to discuss the potential risks involved in procuring third-party services and how organizations can mitigate them.
Join Hank Luton, Director of Facilities and Construction at Premier, Inc., and Lacy Gosnell, Director of Purchased Services Program Management at Conductiv, as they explore the nuances of and opportunities that exist within the purchased services area of Facilities and Construction.
Procure Pulse podcast host Mickey Meehan, Group Vice President of Conductiv, is joined by Ken Stinson, Conductiv's Senior Director of Supplier Success, for an episode exploring the values and outcomes of improving supplier diversity.
After a little hiatus, Procurement Pulse is back. Join experts Mickey Meehan, Group Vice President of Conductiv and Megan Shull, Sr Director of Strategic Sourcing at Conductiv as they discuss the challenges and opportunities that exist for streamlining indirect spend.
Join Bill Moir, SVP Supply Chain and Tracy DeWent, Director of Customer Success from Henry Ford Health System as they sit down with Nancy Daniels Sr. Director, Design & User Experience at Conductiv to discuss the importance of supplier diversity and how your supply chain team can build a roadmap to success.
How do you find the right fit for your supply chain team? Experts Mickey Meehan and Irma Spahic discuss what you can do to diagnose your Purchased Services Program.
Join us as we de-mystify AI and explore how sourcing teams with a focus on purchased services can leverage AI to their advantage.
Nancy Daniels, Director of Product Development and User Experience and Joe Machicote, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Premier sit down together to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion within the supply chain.
Our host, Mickey Meehan and special guest, Mandy Bolognia discuss her experience working alongside our customers and shed light on best practices for how supply chain members can partner with stakeholders to ensure a mutually beneficial outcome.
Are you wondering where your supply chain team should be focused next? Check out the latest episode of Procure Pulse to learn more about categories that are trending, and hear from Director of Sourcing, Adam Ellsworth on what is driving trends.
Taking on complex categories can be a daunting task - especially considering that supply chain team's manage hundreds of categories and numerous stakeholders. On today's podcast, we'll talk about tricks for handling difficult categories and uncover best practices to guide your approach.
Special guest: Kim Crowder, discusses the importance of diversifying your supplier network.
In the last year, hospitals across the nation have experienced extreme deficits. Unable to hit savings goals, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, today we are going to take a look at how hospitals can begin to build a plan, to recover from the hard-hit COVID had on their financial health. Today we are going to jump into our episode on how supply chains can plan for an unknown future.
How can healthcare providers and hospitals pivot to face the reality of today's world. Today's episode of Procure Pulse looks at three key takeaways that supply chain leaders can use to build an effective program.