Name
Supplier Strategies Track: Breaking Down Tariffs: Analyzing IDN Priorities
Date & Time
Monday, August 25, 2025, 8:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Location Name
Grand Saguaro South
Track
Supplier Strategies Track
Description

As global trade conditions shift, tariffs continue to present financial and operational challenges across the healthcare supply chain. From cost containment to continuity of supply, IDNs are reevaluating how they assess supplier risk, source products, and allocate spend. For suppliers, understanding how these shifting trade dynamics impact IDN procurement priorities is essential for maintaining strong relationships and competitive positioning. 

 

Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the current and projected impact of tariffs on IDN purchasing strategies and supplier relationships.
2. Analyze how IDNs prioritize supplier partnerships based on risk mitigation and tariff-related pressures.
3. Identify strategies you can adopt to minimize tariff-related disruptions to IDN partners.
4. Formulate a value-based approach to supply chain support that aligns with evolving IDN purchasing goals under tariff pressures.