Taking The Supply Chain Pulse

From his roots on a cattle ranch to the pinnacle of healthcare supply chain innovation, Rand Ballard's story is a tribute to the tenacity and vision required to scale professional heights. As your host, Fred Crans, I had the privilege of exploring Rand's extraordinary journey, revealing how a West Point education in nuclear physics and nuclear engineering steered him towards a pivotal ro...

Great conversation with Mike Schiller, the Executive Director of AHRMM as he narrates his  three-decade journey through the twists and turns of healthcare supply chain. From the bustling floors of a pharmaceutical distribution center to the cutting-edge developments at Lurie Children’s Hospital, Mike's story is a testament to the power of agility and transformational excellence in a sector th...

Ever wondered how military precision could revolutionize healthcare supply chain management? Tom Harvieux, Chief Supply Chain Officer at BJC in St. Louis with an impressive 22-year background in military logistics, joins me, Fred Crans, to shed light on this fascinating intersection. Tom's transition into civilian healthcare demonstrates the profound impact that structured logistics and leade...

As we sit down with Joni Rittler from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, get ready to explore the intricate tapestry of supply chain management woven throughout her impactful tenure. Joni doesn't just recount the tales of expanding and developing an off-site logistics center, she invites us into the world of strategic thinking, where fostering team credibility and collaborative pro...

Discover the blend of grit and genius behind 2023 National Healthcare Supply Chain Hall of Fame inductee Charlie Miceli, as he shares the narrative of his trajectory from the streets of Chicago to the boardrooms of major healthcare institutions. Throughout our conversation, Charlie peels back the layers of his impressive career, from the early days of revolutionizing supply chain management with b...

Unlock the secrets of healthcare supply chain mastery with Ed Hisscock , Trinity Health's visionary and the newest addition to the Bellwether Supply Chain Healthcare Supply Chain Hall of Fame. Our riveting conversation peels back the layers of this complex industry, shining a spotlight on Ed's remarkable career and the pivotal role of total cost to serve as the yardstick for assessing su...

Ready to shake up your usual podcast playlist with fresh voices and bold strategies? Buckle up, as we break the mold and bring you an episode brimming with insights directly from the heavy hitters of the supply chain and health care industries. Fred Crans, known for his quirky sartorial choices and endless sports trivia, is stepping aside to spotlight the true game changers. Get set to uncover the...

Accompany Fred and Steve Downey, Chief Supply Chain and Patient Support Services Officer  from the Cleveland Clinic as they discuss the challenges of growing and maintaining an evolving healthcare system- including providing for and improving aging infrastructure, building a system-wide perioperative plan, and acquiring, training, and maintaining needed staff members. Send us Fan Mail