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Healthcare Supply Chain Management, Infrastructure & Services
The healthcare industry involves the provision of goods and services related to the medial treatment of patients. Today, the healthcare supply chain is a network of resources, scattered across facilities and entities in different cities and countries. To be effectively managed, supply chain resources need to be linked. Suppliers, partners and customers; each performing a role in the supply chain, and each user and/or automated process are small 'hubs' contributing to the movement of goods, funds as well as information in the supply chain.
GaneData calls for change to the way prescription drugs are tracked and traced
Sep 30, 2015
GaneData is calling for the UK to change the way prescription drugs are tracked and traced through an IoT (Internet of Things) supply chain mechanism.
NetDespatch helps APC Overnight bring Pelican Healthcare on-board
Aug 05, 2015
Cardiff-based Pelican Healthcare has implemented an integrated web-based solution from NetDespatch that seamlessly connects the company's Sage order management system with their local APC Overnight Depot - Western Couriers.
SATO and Cadi launching PJM RFID Thermo IC Tag at HIMSS Asia Pacific
Jul 08, 2015
SATO and Cadi Scientific have announced that they will launch a jointly developed PJM RFID Thermo IC Tag this coming September at Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Asia Pacific 2015.
Manufacturers wasting money on inadequate IT implementations
May 07, 2015
Manufacturing businesses are wasting thousands of pounds on software implementations which do not deliver the promised benefits because they are not following best practice from the NHS and implementing Open Source.
Honeywell & Renovotec help IMT International optimise operations within the IVF industry
May 07, 2015
In 2006 the business, based just outside Chester in the UK, started to develop 'Matcher', its electronic witnessing system to assist IVF practitioners across the UK, Europe and more recently, the rest of the world.
SATO launches dedicated healthcare website for Europe
Nov 28, 2014
SATO, a global provider of barcode printing, labelling, and EPC/RFID solutions, has launched a new website dedicated to its comprehensive offering for the healthcare sector.
Arriva Transport Solutions implements telematics solution to make patient journeys smoother
Nov 19, 2014
Arriva Transport Solutions (ATSL) has implemented a telematics solution from Masternaut into its fleet of ambulances leading to a 92 per cent reduction in driving events such as harsh braking, acceleration and cornering in a six month period.
Covering all bases- transport management
Nov 06, 2014
With Transwide solutions, the Paul Hartmann Group strives towards excellence in the way it manages its inbound and inter-company logistics in Europe.
Healthcare Supply Chain Management
Healthcare supply chain management (HSCM) is the process of managing the flow of medical products, medicines, and other healthcare services from manufacturer to patient. It is a critical function in the healthcare industry, as it ensures that patients have access to the care they need when they need it.
HSCM is a critical function in the healthcare industry, as it plays a vital role in ensuring patient safety and quality of care. A well-managed HSCM can help to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and improve patient outcomes.
The five basic components of HSCM are:
- Planning: This involves developing a strategic plan for the HSCM, including identifying the needs of patients and healthcare providers, and developing sourcing and procurement strategies.
- Sourcing: This involves identifying and selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing the supplier relationship.
- Manufacturing: This involves the production of medical products and services.
- Delivery: This involves the transportation and distribution of medical products and services to healthcare providers and patients.
- Returns: This involves the management of returned medical products and services.
Here are some of the benefits of effective healthcare SCM:
- Improved patient care. By ensuring that the right products are available in the right quantities at the right time, healthcare organizations can improve patient care and can help to prevent delays and errors.
- Reduced costs. By reducing waste and inefficiencies, healthcare organizations can reduce their costs. This can free up resources that can be used to improve patient care or to reduce the cost of healthcare.
- Improved bottom line. By improving efficiency and reducing costs, healthcare organizations can improve their bottom line. This can make them more competitive and can help them to attract new patients.
