Name
Executive Leadership Track: Maximizing Your GPO Relationship
Date & Time
Monday, August 31, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location Name
Grand Saguaro South
Track
Executive Leadership Track
Description

GPOs remain a foundational element of healthcare supply chain strategy, yet many IDNs continue to underutilize the full breadth of value available through these partnerships. As contracting complexity increases and margin pressures persist, IDNs are reassessing how they engage with their GPO, from contract leverage and data utilization to clinical alignment, consulting support, and technology integration.

Join GPO leaders as they share perspectives on what differentiates highly engaged members and how IDNs can more effectively leverage GPO relationships to drive enterprise-wide value.

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the key components of a highly engaged GPO member relationship across contracting, clinical alignment, and data utilization. 
2. Analyze strategies for enhancing contract leverage and optimizing GPO agreements to support organizational goals. 
3. Evaluate the role of data, consulting, and technology in strengthening GPO partnerships and decision-making. 
4. Develop approaches for increasing organizational engagement to fully realize the strategic value of GPO relationships.