Discussing Vendor Consolidation with Physicians

By AHRMM

Having conversations with clinicians can be difficult, Howard Mann, a 30 year supply chain professional, discusses how to prepare for physician conversations regarding vendor consolidations to reduce number of suppliers for product or product categories.

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