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Taking The Supply Chain PulseSupply Chain Turbulence: Navigating Healthcare's New Reality"The most stirred up soup I've ever seen in healthcare." That's how host Fred Crans describes the current state of healthcare supply chains in this eye-opening conversation with industry veteran John Strong. As healthcare systems face unprecedented challenges from multiple directions, Strong offers practical wisdom on navigating the turbulence ahead.Strong warns of three critical concerns reshaping healthcare's landscape. First, government reorganization threatens significant revenue disruption through potential Medicaid cuts, which could cost hospitals billions. With Medicare and Medicaid representing roughly 60% of hospital revenue and many facilities already operating at capacity, these cuts raise serious questions about...
2025-06-0528 min
Taking The Supply Chain PulseCrisis-Proofing Healthcare Supply Chains: Insights with Steve Downey and Leanne HesterUncover the essential strategies for crisis-proofing your healthcare supply chain with insights from industry leaders. Join me, Fred Crans, as I sit down with Steve Downey of the Cleveland Clinic and Leanne Hester from Resilinc to explore the crucial question: How can healthcare systems prepare for the unexpected? From the devastating impact of natural disasters like hurricanes to the rising threat of cyberattacks, our expert guests reveal the proactive measures necessary to maintain product availability and ensure seamless patient care.Gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of global supply chain resilience, especially the challenges posed by...
2025-01-1640 min
Taking The Supply Chain PulseSeason 2 Kickoff--Fred Crans Reflects on Six Decades of ChangeWhat happens when a would be history teacher's aspirations take an unexpected turn, leading him into the heart of the supply chain industry? Discover the journey of Fred Crans, a former Navy hospital corpsman during the Vietnam War, whose career insights have shaped the field over six decades. Fred sits down with guest interviewer Tom Redding to share his reflections on the evolution of supply chain leadership, contrasting his experiential learning with the formal education of today's industry leaders. His story is a testament to the timeless nature of essential leadership skills, even as the landscape around them continues t...
2024-11-1426 minTaking The Supply Chain PulseWelcome to Taking The Supply Chain PulseSt. Onge’s Healthcare Hall of Famer and industry icon, Fred Crans, chats with leaders from all areas of healthcare to discuss the issues of today's- threats, challenges and emerging trends and technologies in a lighthearted and engaging manner.Send us a Text Message.
2024-07-0201 min
Taking The Supply Chain PulseRand Ballard's Odyssey from Cattle Ranch to Supply Chain SummitFrom his roots on a cattle ranch to the pinnacle of healthcare supply chain innovation, Rand Ballard's story is a tribute to the tenacity and vision required to scale professional heights. As your host, Fred Crans, I had the privilege of exploring Rand's extraordinary journey, revealing how a West Point education in nuclear physics and nuclear engineering steered him towards a pivotal role in orchestrating the healthcare supply chain. Our dialogue meanders through the foundational days of MedAssets, where Rand, alongside John Bartis, faced the stark reality of entrepreneurship and the grit needed to transform a startup into a...
2024-05-0926 min
Taking The Supply Chain PulseMilitary Discipline Meets Medical Logistics in Supply Chain with BJC's Tom HarvieuxEver wondered how military precision could revolutionize healthcare supply chain management? Tom Harvieux, Chief Supply Chain Officer at BJC in St. Louis with an impressive 22-year background in military logistics, joins me, Fred Crans, to shed light on this fascinating intersection. Tom's transition into civilian healthcare demonstrates the profound impact that structured logistics and leadership can have on medical outcomes and operational efficiency. This episode takes a deep look at the necessity for standardized systems within healthcare operations, drawing comparisons to the military's disciplined approach. As Tom and I unpack the challenges and potential solutions in creating a...
2024-04-2529 minTaking The Supply Chain PulseIntro: Industry Shapers Discuss the Future of Supply Chain in Health CareReady to shake up your usual podcast playlist with fresh voices and bold strategies? Buckle up, as we break the mold and bring you an episode brimming with insights directly from the heavy hitters of the supply chain and health care industries. Fred Crans, known for his quirky sartorial choices and endless sports trivia, is stepping aside to spotlight the true game changers. Get set to uncover the challenges, triumphs, and transformative projects that are steering these sectors into new territory. We're peeling back the curtain on the personalities driving innovation, elevating our discussion beyond the day-to-day a...
2024-03-2802 min
Bond à ReboursEPISODE 12 | RIEN QUE POUR VOS YEUXPersonne n'est à la hauteur du Bond à Rebours ! Après ses aventures spatiales, James redescend de plusieurs crans (voir quelques crans de trop) pour une aventure plus terre à terre, où il est missionné de retrouver un engin capable de communiquer avec les sous-marins anglais dans les mers grecques. Il s'alliera avec Mélina, jouée par notre Carole Bouquet nationale, qui a juré vengeance contre les trafiquants qui ont tué ses parents.
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