IDNs nationwide understand the impact of supply chain disruptions, from geopolitical issues to natural disasters and pandemics. Relying on a single supplier during these periods of uncertainty can prove detrimental to operational efficiency and leave your organization vulnerable to a multitude of risks. Achieving sole source value with flexibility for disruptions is key to building long-term resiliency and successfully future-proofing your organization.

Join GPO representatives as they discuss nearshoring, reshoring, and other preventative measures critical to reducing member vulnerability while maintaining sole source value.

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify and evaluate past supply chain disruptions and the vulnerabilities they brought to light.
2. Analyze the strategic benefits of reshoring and nearshoring on your organization.
3. Outline methods for implementing strategic sourcing while balancing cost savings with risk mitigation.
4. Evaluate GPO recommendations for supplier diversification with the goal of organizational resiliency.