…Following CDC guidelines, conservation efforts were also made by healthcare workers to keep N95 masks functioning longer, which reduced daily consumption by more than 50 percent and a move Bowen suggests other healthcare facilities take to keep national supply more robust. However, getting buy-in is also key to sustainment. “Create a culture where supply chain is everyone’s business, where conservation and good stewardship are promoted and valued…”
…Banner now has a “play book” they can turn to, and have also established new supplier relationships they can depend on. “The pandemic shines a bright light on the strengths and weaknesses of the supply chain information systems,” said Bowen. “Now is the time to evaluate the supply chain infrastructure to make needed improvements and to ensure it is prepared for the future demands…
To read the full article visit HealthcareBusinessNews.com