Optimizing Procurement Functions in the Medical Industry: Enhancing Efficiency, Compliance, and Resilience
Authors: Jay Patel
DOI: https://doi.org/10.37082/IJIRMPS.v13.i3.232570
Short DOI: https://doi.org/g9q352
Country: USA
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Abstract: Procurement serves as a cornerstone for operational success in the medical industry, playing a crucial role in securing the necessary supplies, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and services essential for patient care. In an environment governed by strict regulatory standards and complex global supply chains, healthcare procurement functions must address cost control, quality assurance, risk mitigation, and ethical sourcing, while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. The recent COVID-19 pandemic further magnified these challenges, revealing critical weaknesses in procurement strategies and highlighting the need for resilient, digitally enabled sourcing models. This paper examines the procurement function within the healthcare sector, focusing on process optimization, risk management, regulatory compliance, and technological innovation. It aims to offer strategic insights and best practices for enhancing procurement efficiency, resilience, and adaptability in the medical supply chain.
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Paper Id: 232570
Published On: 2025-06-22
Published In: Volume 13, Issue 3, May-June 2025