Alliant Purchasing: A Strategic Partner for Critical Access Hospitals

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In a recent interview conducted by Drew Mays, Senior Vice President of Member Success at Alliant Purchasing, John Henderson, CEO of Texas Organization of Rural and Community Hospitals, shared his insights on the challenges faced by rural hospitals and emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships in overcoming these obstacles. John Henderson has been at the helm of the Texas Organization of Rural and Community Hospitals for five years, following a 15-year tenure as a rural hospital CEO in the Texas Panhandle. His experience gives him a unique perspective on the issues rural hospitals face.

The Challenges of Rural Health

Henderson highlighted the critical importance of supply chain management and strategies when asked about the key issues rural hospitals must focus on. He noted that controlling the “exploding expense pressure” that most rural hospitals are facing has become a strategic imperative, especially in the wake of the pandemic.

The Power of Strategic Partnerships

Henderson emphasized the need for rural hospitals to choose good partners to help them navigate these challenges. He pointed to Alliant Purchasing as an example of a like-minded partner that can help rural hospitals scale up and flex their muscles.

“We’re generally at the end of the line when it comes to getting supplies, and that’s a problem,” Henderson said. “Partnering with good partners like Alliant allows us to be better together, to scale up, and to flex our muscles every once in a while, which is a new experience for our rural hospital members.”

Henderson noted that this strategic partnership has resulted in millions of dollars in savings for rural hospitals, demonstrating the power of making intentional and good purchasing decisions.

For rural hospitals looking to get ahead of the curve, Henderson’s endorsement of Alliant Purchasing sends a clear message: strategic partnerships can help reduce costs and address other critical issues. If you’re a non-Alliant member interested in learning more about how Alliant Purchasing can assist your rural hospital, don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, we can achieve more.