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 Agenda

 AHRMM Overview
 History of AHRMM
 Mission and Vision
 Strategy Map 2008-2010
 Membership
 Structure
 AHRMM Membership Benefits
 Current AHRMM Initiatives
 Member Registration
 Q&A
 History of AHRMM

 1962 − Begins as the American Society for

Hospital Purchasing Agents (ASHPA)
 1970 − ASHPA grows to 1,000+ members
 1983 − Name changes to the American Society
for Hospital Materials Management (ASHMM)
 1992 − ASHMM hosts first exhibition in
conjunction with the American Hospital
Association (AHA)
 History of AHRMM

 1995 − ASHMM Annual Conference becomes so

large that it is independent of the AHA convention
 1998 − ASHMM becomes the Association for
Healthcare Resource & Materials Management
(AHRMM) at its Annual Conference
 2001 − April 1, HCRMS ends operations and
HCRMS members are welcomed into AHRMM.
One, unified voice in the healthcare resource and
materials management field is created.
 2007 - AHRMM adopted a new mission
statement, To Advance Healthcare Through
Supply Chain Excellence
 AHRMM Today

 Member-driven association
 Advances the Healthcare
Supply Chain Worldwide
 National and International
Initiatives
 Approximately 4,000 Members
 30 Affiliated Chapters
throughout the US and
Canada
 AHRMM’s Mission and Vision

 MISSION:
To advance healthcare through
supply chain excellence.

 VISION:
Healthcare supply chain
excellence though education,
knowledge, and advocacy.
 Strategy Map 2008-2010

1. DEVELOPMENT
 Education – Build, adopt, and continue programs that
develop essential and executive level knowledge, skills,
and practices.
 Knowledge – Develop and continue resources that
create learning and knowledge sharing.
2. VOICE
 Advocacy – Identify and influence those
issues/environmental factors that impact the supply chain:
patients, the profession, and public policy.
 Collaborative Relationships – Seek and develop
industry relationships that strengthen AHRMM’s mission
and vision.
Strategy Map 2008-2010 (cont.)

1. IMPACT
 Governance – Implement effective board governance
strategies and establish planning focused on creating
value for members, anticipating future events that could
impact the healthcare supply chain, and developing
strategic relationships.
 Membership and Chapter Relations – Develop
resources that connect members and create value.
 AHRMM Foundation/Funding – Advance the profession
by funding education, scholarships, and research
programs.
 Financial Stability – Increase and diversify AHRMM’s
revenue stream and achieve targeted operating margin.
AHRMM Membership
 Membership in AHRMM

STEP 1: Get the most out of AHRMM…

Become an Active Member!

 Membership Structure

 Any person engaged in healthcare resource

and materials management or supply chain
activities
 Consultants, contract materials managers,
manufacturers, and distributors
 Any member may run for a Board of Directors
position based on specific criteria
 Membership is represented by a Board of
Directors and served by a full staff
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 Supply Chain Strategies & Solutions

 Bi-monthly member newsletter
 Case studies and articles on
industry trends, best practices,
and association news
 AHRMM eNews
 Weekly e-newsletter with latest healthcare and
association information
 Special Reports and Updates
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 AHRMM Website
 Knowledge Center
 Business Directory
 General ListServ
 MMIS ListServ
 RFP Library
 Member Directory www.ahrmm.org
 Legislation Information
 Educational Offerings
 Seminars
 Webinars
 Online Courses
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 AHRMM Annual Conference &

Exhibition, July 19 – 22, 2009
 Exceptional interactive educational
sessions led by industry leaders
 Largest exhibition of its kind with the
latest products and marketplace
solutions
 Numerous face-to-face networking
opportunities with peers, vendors,
and Association leaders
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 Upcoming AHRMM Webinars

 Hands-On Lean Projects for Materials Management
Departments
 May 5, 2009
1:00 – 2:15 pm Central
 Achieving Quality While Managing Cost
 May 27, 2009
1:00 – 2:15 pm Central
 Managing Capital Acquisition and Utilization in Tough
Economic Times
 June 9, 2009
1:00-2:15 PM Central
 Special discount for AHRMM Members

 To register for any of these educational opportunities visit

www.ahrmm.org.
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 Educational Scholarships
 Annual Conference & Exhibition Scholarships
Supported by the conference exhibiting companies
 Full-Ride Scholarships
 Full Conference Scholarships
 CMRP Certification Scholarships (when budget allows)
 CMRP Exam Scholarships
 CMRP Renewal Scholarships
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 Online Courses (eLearning)

 An affordable alternative
 9 courses available anytime, anywhere
 Clinical Department Supply Management
 Finance
 Information Technology
 Logistics and Inventory Management
 Purchasing and Contract Management
 Strategic Planning and Leadership
 Support Services
 Technology Assessment
 Value Analysis
 Currently offered at an additional member discount
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 AHRMM Bookstore
 Healthcare Materials Management Policy &
Procedure Manual
 Disaster Preparedness Manual
 Materials Management Review Guide
 Performance Indicators Series
 Other Professional publications
 Materials management
 Supply chain management
 General management
 Quality
 Teamwork
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 Networking with the Best!

 Interactive and face-to-face
opportunities
 Professional connections with
industry experts
 Annual Conference & Exhibition
 General ListServ
 MMIS ListServ
 Business Directory
 Career Center
 Member Directory
 Chapter Involvement
 Other Educational Programs
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 Recognition Programs
 Groups and Individuals
 George R. Gossett Leadership Award
 Chapter Affiliation
 Fellow Designations
 Certified Materials & Resources
Professional (CMRP)

 Leadership Opportunities
 Committees and Task Forces
 Board of Directors
 AHRMM Member Benefits

 American Hospital Association (AHA)

Resource Center
 Special access to timely, high-quality health
services information
 Materials Management in Health Care Magazine
 Highlights key issues in materials management
 Leading publication read by executives
 Covers prudent purchase, management, and
use of supplies, equipment, and other resources
 AHRMM Membership

Step 2: Get Involved…

Be Active. Become Certified.

 CMRP Certification

 Prestigious Credential for

the Healthcare Supply Chain
 Nationally Recognized
 Convenient and Affordable
 Two-hour exam
 Available online
 Local H&R Block locations
 Costs
 $275 for members
 $425 for non-members
 CMRP Certification

 Available to Everyone
 Membership not required
 True Certification Program
 Established and managed by
AHA Certification Center
 Independent body affiliated
with the AHA
 Self Assessment Exam
 AHA-CC online tool that
simulates the Examination
 Similar format and content
 The AHRMM Advantage

 Get the MOST Out of

Membership!
 Participate and share
 Submit an article
 Outline your successes and
stories in a case study or best
practice
 Volunteer on an AHRMM
Committee or Task Force
Committees and Task Forces

 Annual Conference Education Committee

 CMRP Certification Program Committee
 Education Task Force
 Fellow Review Committee
 Golf Task Force
 Issues and Legislative Committee
 Membership Committee
 Chapter Relations Committee
 Board of Directors

 AHRMM’s Board of Directors

 13 active AHRMM members
 A position for every AHA geographical region – 9 total
 One position representing the Military
 Accurately and fairly reflects AHRMM’s growing
membership
 Makes all policy decisions
 Creates AHRMM’s strategy map and direction
 Represents member interests at decision-making time
 Builds relationships with chapters for a more
local presence
Current AHRMM Initiatives
 AHRMM Initiatives

 Healthcare Supply Chain Standards

 Process improvement and operational
efficiency
 Data-driven / evidence-based supply
chain management
AHRMM Initiative: Standards

 Organizational Identifier (GLN)

 Trade / Product Identification (GTIN)
 Product Data Utility (GDSN)
 Taxonomy (UNSPSC)
 Unique Device Identification (UDI)
 Bar Codes
 RFID
 Data Synchronization
 Classification System
Standards Website
AHRMM Initiative: Benchmarking

www.scmetrix.org
 Why Do We Need SCMetrix™?

 Industry-accepted benchmarks
 Center on financial metrics – no “line of sight” on
specific actions for improvement
 Provide little insight on what actually contributes to
performance
 Focus on acquisition prices rather than total delivered
supply costs
 Few allow comparison of performance outside of GPOs

 Need statistical evidence

 Investments do reduce costs
 Investments do improve other value drivers
Driving Performance Improvement

Practices
Value Performance
and
Drivers Outcomes
Capabilities
www.scmetrix.org
AHRMM Initiatives: Data Driven

 Provide valuable, critical information

to adopt evidence-based supply chain
management
 Launch a Foundation for educational
research
 Continue to work with academic
institutions
Member Registration
 Join AHRMM

Web − www.ahrmm.org

Fax − (312) 422-3609

Mail − AHA Personal Membership Groups

Attn: AHRMM
P.O. Box 75315
Chicago, IL 60675-5315
 Why a Chapter?

 Networking
 Mentoring
 Knowledge Sharing
 Personal and Professional Growth
 Hallmarks of a Professional ->
 Common Body of Knowledge & Language/lexicon
 Credentialing (License, Certification)
 Sharing knowledge
 Contributing to one’s chosen profession
 Active in Professional Society
Questions & Answers