How to purchase hospital products on a budget

Easy tips and tricks that can cut down on spending

By Healthcare Facilities Today


Like most businesses (and people)  hospitals are watching their spending. an article on the Healthcare Global website offers five tips to help stay on budget

1. Make sure you are running low or out of  something before buying it

2. Change vendors to get better prices .

3. Look for better, cheaper options to replace an older products.

4. Savings can be found in efficient recycling. 

5. Buy energy efficient products when possible.

The article recommends miking sure the staff in charge of purchasing is well versed and up to date on what the hospital needs, when it needs these things and the best vendor to buy from.

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September 23, 2013


Topic Area: Maintenance and Operations


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