Supply Chain

Even if an ASC's supply chain processes are successful, there's always room for improvement, according to healthcare performance improvement company Vizient.

St. Louis-based Woodcrest Surgery Center acquired a 3D visualization system for retinal surgery.

When it comes to storage in the ASC space, it’s all about achieving balance. Whether you have too little space, too much (highly unlikely), or just the right amount, it’s all about maximizing what you have.

ASC developer and operator Sovereign Healthcare has selected medical equipment budgeting and analytics software for its surgery center projects.

Ann Castro, BroadJump's vice president of nonacute sales, weighed in on the top supply chain opportunities and challenges for ASCs.

Ann Castro, BroadJump's vice president of non acute sales, weighed in on the top supply chain opportunities and challenges for ASCs.

  Molly Ehrlich, Vizient's consulting director of advisory solutions for supply chain operations, shared a story on Vizient's blog about an operating room that kept running out of supplies.

In case of emergencies, it’s important for ASCs to ensure they have the information needed to manage situations that arise, according to Cheryl Poplaski, Vizient's senior director of supply chain operations.

Case-costing supply chain for procedures can help give ASCs a better idea of how they can reduce spending, according to Amanda Frith, vice president of supply chain for ASC manager Surgical Care Affiliates.

Strong distributor relationships are vital to ASC success, and a one-vendor approach for your distribution needs can enable a holistic view of your facility. Think of your distributor as a business consultant that can help you to grow and expand.