Why trust matters
When you are selecting a vendor among available options, especially for procuring surgical disposables, what do you look for?
There is a better way.
“You live and you learn.” That is a statement you have certainly heard — and possibly spoken — before. All it means is that the obstacles we encounter, the “lemons” …
When adversity knocks, we answer.
Even the most elaborate business practices and supply chains have weaknesses. Don’t let procurement be one of yours.
Lesson Learned: We must prepare for interruptions
If 2020 has taught us anything, interruptions will happen; our response depends on how prepared we are for them.
The past year made a case for third-party vendors in our industry
The pandemic turned 2020 into an unpredictable year for hospitals and surgery centers across the nation. Many facilities were unable to source products, and with manufacturers closing left and right, …
Our best value-add to healthcare facilities may be how we are disrupting their supply chain
In business, our ability to adapt to new challenges is what makes us stronger. We discuss how WestCMR creates value for healthcare facilities by disrupting the traditional supply chain flows, making them more prepared for interruptions.
Geo-Who?
Curious about the brands that make up the WestCMR Global family? Today’s post puts a spotlight on GeoSurgical. In the last eight months, GeoSurgical has grown tremendously. Being the International …
WestCMR Vendor Appreciation Party 2016
Last Thursday, we had the opportunity to thank some important people: our vendors. Together we had a terrific time at the Belleair Country Club. It was a fantastic opportunity for …
50 Hospitals That Are Going Green
Becker’s Hospital Review is pleased to name 50 hospitals as some of the greenest hospitals in America.
Millions of Dollars Are Wasted in Unused Surgical Supplies
Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco have put a price tag on that waste: almost $1,000 per procedure examined at the academic medical center.
AHRMM16 – California, Here We Come!
California, here we come . . . for the AHRMM16 Conference & Exhibition on July 31st, of course! We look forward to connecting with healthcare supply chain professionals from around …
Red Nose Day – A Fun Day for a Good Cause
On Thursday, May 26th, the WestCMR staff joined to take part in Red Nose Day, a national event held to support children’s charity groups, including Boys & Girls Clubs of …
WestCMR Observes Memorial Day!
The crew at WestCMR values and appreciates that our freedom comes at a price, and we are proud to show our respect to those who preserve freedom every day. In …
Zimmer Biomet’s Purchase of Cayenne Medical Impacts Healthcare
Why the Zimmer Biomet purchase of Cayenne Medical is good for healthcare, competition, and the population as a whole. Zimmer Biomet has announced its purchase of Cayenne Medical, an …
Happy 19th Birthday, WestCMR!
In 1997, our Founder and CEO put himself out there and started the ball rolling on what would become WestCMR. He didn’t know where it would go, how big it …
We’re on Becker’s “Great Places to Work in Healthcare” Again!
Becker’s Healthcare has published the 2016 edition of its list, “150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare,” and WestCMR has been recognized for the third year in a row! The …
Let Nothing Stand in Our Way of a Cure
When we heard about “Cut for a Cure,” our men volunteered, without hesitation, to join the cause. Twelve men of WestCMR went under the clippers Friday morning to raise money …
March Madness!
All year long, we’re “mad” about the waste in surgical supplies. That’s why we exist! Our passion is helping hospitals and surgery centers recover wasted dollars on surplus surgical supplies. …
Children’s Dream Fund – Celebrating a Bright Future
At WestCMR, we take pride in philanthropy being one of our uniting core values. On the afternoon of Friday, March 4th, ten of our team members were able to participate …
Certified Materials & Resource Professionals (CMRP) …. please read
If you have received the CMRP Designation in the past three years or are up for renewal, please contact WestCMR today. We are interested in learning more about why you …
ERP’s Innovation Bolsters WestCMR as Industry Leader
Automation, interfacing, and analytics help healthcare providers optimize inventory management, cut costs, and ultimately promote better patient care. At WestCMR, we have unveiled the next step in our commitment to technology …
Congrats West Zone – “Zone of the Quarter” for Q4 2015
WestCMR proudly recognizes the West Zone as the “Zone of the Quarter” for 2015’s fourth quarter. The members of the team helped one another in reaching their goals, and went …
Surplus Surgical products … what’s the fuss?
by Randy Ware Has your facility recently considered a change in any surgical product platform? It’s an arduous task, requiring a huge commitment of time and expense, and in the …
CEOs and CFOs: 10 things demanding your attention this year
How does one prioritize when everything is important? It’s a familiar feeling for most hospital and health system executives. To simplify and focus, we spoke to experts who helped us identify 10 of the most pressing issues for healthcare leadership and financial teams in 2016.
7 Thoughts on GREAT Leadership
We find the questions, ‘What makes a great leader?’ and ‘What does great leadership mean in practice?’ to be really interesting.