The Evolution of Value Analysis
Michael Bohon, Founding Principle, Healthcare Solutions Bureau Twenty-seven years ago, I unexpectedly found myself working in the supply chain sector of the healthcare industry in…
Michael Bohon, Founding Principle, Healthcare Solutions Bureau Twenty-seven years ago, I unexpectedly found myself working in the supply chain sector of the healthcare industry in…
Traditionally, the Healthcare Supply Chain saving game has been greatly influenced by the “price” savings opportunities offered by group purchasing contracts, standardization, and capitation. Unfortunately,…
Go beyond price and standardization to save more in less time Traditionally, healthcare organizations have focused their value analysis efforts on lowering the price and…
Nila Getter, President, Association for Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals The following is an edited excerpt of an interview conducted by Robert W. Yokl, Managing Editor,…
Understanding the key underlying concepts to propel you forward
Value analysis has its roots in World War II, when
There is a 500 pound gorilla in our supply chain that represents huge savings we are not addressing because of this misunderstanding. Value Analysis has…
Using stats, figures or value analysis analytics to garner support for your supply chain ideas or initiatives should be a first, not a last tactic,…
Dee Donatelli, RN, BSN, MBA, Sr. Vice President, Provider Services, Hayes, Inc. “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again but expecting different…
Look What We Have Done Now! Yes, we have started a new magazine about value analysis!! Why? Because we feel that value analysis is going…
Strategic Value Analysis Planning The Key to a Successful and Sustainable Supply Value Analysis Program Thomas Carlyle once said, “Nothing is more terrible than activity…
Value Analysis Strategies The Strategic Value Analysis Planning process provides the vehicle to obtain this ownership. The SVAP begins with an invitation by your champion,…
Strategic Value Analysis Planning: A Three-Phase Process The SVAP starts with evaluating the strengths and weaknesses, or gaps, in your current supply value analysis program…
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