100 episodes
Power Supply Power Supply Media
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5.0 • 14 Ratings
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Without supplies there is no surgery. Without products there is no patient care. Welcome to Power Supply – the healthcare supply chain podcast focused on helping you navigate the intricacies of logistics, purchasing, contracting and supplier relationships. Each episode we speak with healthcare executives, supply chain leaders, and innovative entrepreneurs from across the country as they share their stories, experience and expertise on the industry we love. From the loading dock to strategic sourcing, for buyers to the C-Suite and across the enterprise -- we tackle the real-life issues impacting the health care supply chain. Whether you’re tuning in for conversation or inspiration, we’re glad you're here. You’re just in time to hear it from the source and stock up on insight, so sit back and plug into Power Supply with Hays Waldrop, Garry Skinner and Justin Poulin.
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Highways in the Sky: Implementing Drones into Healthcare Logistics
Season 10 of Power Supply Begins April 29th! In the meantime, please enjoy several of our favorite episodes from our 5th season. We are also celebrating 3 years of existence in the month of April!
What would happen if we could create “highways” in the sky, where flying drones deliver supplies and replace or supplement traditional ground fleets? What if these unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) could provide a safer, more reliable, and more sustainable future for supply chain operations? What if digital infrastructure could be established to provide a more efficient and more responsive delivery network at lower costs and reduced CO2 emissions? Now…what if we told you that this was all already being developed and tested throughout the United States? Listen to this amazing episode with Alice Griffith, director of business development for transportation and logistics innovation at Airspace Link Inc. as she discusses the innovative drone technology they are developing with Justin, Garry, and Hayes. The use of drones for transportation and delivery in supply chain logistics is the way of the future – tune in and learn about the amazing work being done in this exciting field!
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AHRMM SME podcast featuring Matt Mentel
This week on the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Justin Poulin welcomes Matt Mentel, Founder and Strategic Partner at Strategic Optimization and Innovation Partners, LLC. Together, they'll discuss the significance of focusing on core supply chain functions and logistics in the healthcare industry; exploring the trends, challenges, and opportunities Matt has observed throughout his career. From the inconsistent adoption of technology to the shift in leadership perspective, Matt will share valuable insights on navigating the complexities of the healthcare supply chain, while emphasizing the power of collaboration and the unique role supply chain professionals play in driving patient care success. Tune in today!
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Tackling the Soft Dollar Challenge with the C-Suite
Season 10 of Power Supply Begins April 29th! In the meantime, please enjoy several of our favorite episodes from our 5th season. We are also celebrating 3 years of existence in the month of April!
Why are health systems the only ones not making money? How can supply chain work to break down silos and bridge the gap to the C-suite when looking at soft dollar savings and cost avoidance strategies? What resources does supply chain need to be effective and how can they use data to make better informed decisions? Don’t miss this week’s episode with Tim Ingram, founder at 60:60 Consultancy LLC, joins Justin, Garry and Hays as he brings his 44 years of experience to discuss tactics supply chain leaders can employ to help decrease costs through supply utilization and contract negotiations. Whether you are new to the healthcare supply chain or have decades of experience you will be able to gain insights on how to better interact with clinical teams, the c-suite and vendors. Don’t miss out on this episode with decades of experience from an Air Force and supply chain veteran!
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Tray Optimization: The Instruments Tell A Story, Data Drives The Change
Season 10 of Power Supply Begins April 29th! In the meantime, please enjoy several of our favorite episodes from our 5th season. We are also celebrating 3 years of existence in the month of April!
What does drone technology have to do with minimally invasive surgery? What happens when a neurosurgeon and “rocket scientist” start collaborating on new technologies to optimize solutions in the operating room? Did you know that every instrument tells a story and provides an insight into what the current need is, how and why it’s being used, the time of the case, and where the surgery is going? With access to real-time data, its possible to have insight into utilization by surgeon to create customized approaches that create a more efficient process for the entire surgical procedure. Dr. Patrick Codd, minimally invasive spine surgeon and co-found at mente and Wes Hill, co-founder at mente join Justin, Garry and Hank as they provide details into using real-time data to drive improvements in instrument utilization and overall optimization in the operating room. With the ability to lower costs, reduce excess work by multiple teams and improve patient outcomes – using real-time data and machine learning to optimize operations is the future! You don’t want to miss this conversation! -
Do Yourself a Favor: Get Involved in Contract Labor!
Season 10 of Power Supply Begins April 29th! In the meantime, please enjoy several of our favorite episodes from our 5th season. We are also celebrating 3 years of existence in the month of April!
Who is managing contract labor spend at your facility? How can metrics be put in place to make sense of contract labor spend? Is supply chain already perfectly positioned to lead negotiation and management of contract labor spend? With rising costs and reduced reimbursements, healthcare organizations are looking for ways to reduce expenses and maximize efficiency. Listen to the conversation Justin, Garry and Hays have with Cat Williams as she discusses how supply chain can help manage contract labor spend and reduce associated costs through proven cost control methodologies. Cat highlights the benefits of having supply chain take on these responsibilities and give back critical time to clinical teams, so they can focus their efforts on taking care of patients rather than managing contracts. Tune in for awesome insights and strategies to help manage contract labor!
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From Rookie to Rockstar: Insider Secrets for Onboarding Success
Are you getting ready to onboard your next supply chain superstar? Take your onboarding process to the next level with Suzi Collins and Justin Poulin as they share their secrets for setting new hires up for long-term success. Suzi, who's about to welcome a new manager to her team, shares her strategy for aligning expectations, communicating department goals, and navigating the intricacies of their ERP system. Together, they emphasize the importance of establishing clear boundaries, empowering decision-making, and creating a supportive environment that encourages continuous growth and learning. Don’t miss out on these essential tips you won’t find anywhere else! Tune in now and discover how you can elevate your onboarding process today!
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Customer Reviews
Great info and discussions!
Appreciate the opportunity to hear about thoughts and ideas of what others are doing in healthcare supply chain, wish I had known about Power Supply earlier!
A Continuous Master Class in Healthcare Supply Chain
If you work in Healthcare Supply Chain, with it, or adjacent to it, you must give this show a listen. These guys bring together thought leaders from across all parts of the industry to discuss anything and everything on the forefront of Healthcare Supply Chain. Not only that, they make their interviews fun, insightful, and provide so much perspective. There was a niche for this and they filled it. Great job guys!
Best source of healthcare supply chain content
Let's face it -- there is a big gap in this content area. But there is also a huge need for the sharing of best practices and the latest innovations. The hosts and producers of this show get it continue to bring quality discussions to our industry. My hope is that they continue to grow this young show well past Season 1 and beyond. Definitely worth a listen if you are in this space.