A conference to promote leading practice in Canada's health care supply chain

Every clinician needs a supply chain champion

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	3M Health Care is a leading global supplier of medical supplies with specific expertise in infection prevention, wound care and health information management. Our success begins with our ability to apply our technologies and process improvement expertise to an endless array of customer needs. — 3M Health Care utilizes third party distributors to ensure supply chain excellence through order consolidation, and assurance of local inventories. This results in an efficient, cost effective supply chain providing high levels of service to our customers. Our personnel are directly responsible for contracting, clinical sales, and education. 3M is proud to be a charter member and supporter of the Health Care Supply Chain Network.
	BD is a medical technology company that serves healthcare institutions, life science researchers, clinical laboratories, industry and the general public. BD manufactures and sells a broad range of medical supplies, devices, laboratory equipment and diagnostic products. BD pioneered the development of safety-engineered medical devices and has been at the forefront of the Healthcare Worker Safety field for nearly two decades. "Helping all people live healthy lives" is BD's corporate purpose and the inspiration behind our global enterprise.
	BIOTRONIK was founded in 1963, as physicist Max Schaldach and electrical engineer Otto Franke developed the first German implantable pacemaker. Worldwide, BIOTRONIK is the only independently owned CRM company and one of the world’s leading manufacturers of cardiovascular medical devices with manufacturing facilities in Berlin, Germany (CRM) and Bülach, Switzerland (VI). BIOTRONIK Canada has concentrated in two distinct business areas, Vascular Intervention (Coronary and Peripheral) and Cardiac Rhythm Management (including Electrophysiology).
	Boston Scientific's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and the productivity of health care delivery through the development and advocacy of less-invasive medical devices and procedures. This is accomplished through the continuing refinement of existing products and procedures and the investigation and development of new technologies that can reduce risk, trauma, cost, procedure time and the need for aftercare. Boston Scientific products are used in the following medical areas: Cardiac Rhythm Management, Gastroenterology, Interventional Bronchoscopy, Interventional Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Oncology, Pain Management, Urology and Women's Health.
	Cardinal Health Canada is a national organization serving the healthcare industry with a broad portfolio of products and services. Through its diverse offerings, Cardinal Health Canada delivers healthcare solutions that help medical professionals reduce costs, improve safety and efficiently deliver better care to patients. We provide a platform of proven Supply Chain technologies to improve performance and streamline workflow enabling more time with patients.
	Friesen Concepts Inc. is an independent consulting practice specializing in healthcare supply chain solutions. Areas of focus include supply chain and strategic sourcing transformation, professional development and consulting on government procurement guidelines. Friesen Concepts works closely with HSCN on programs for supply chain professionals in healthcare organizations, most recently collaborating on the development of a strategic sourcing training program and on a Toolkit to assist Ontario healthcare organizations with implementation of the Supply Chain Guideline.
	GHX Canada was formed in November 2001 and provides an open and neutral electronic trading exchange, along with complementary products and services, to improve efficiencies and reduce costs for the healthcare supply chain. A privately held company, GHX is the only electronic trading exchanged owned and governed by representatives from both buyers and sellers of healthcare products and services. GHX's guiding principles dictate that the company only generates revenues to the level necessary for continued operation of the business. This business model, combined with GHX's low operating costs, makes it possible for GHX to making an intensive focus on quality while offering services at the lowest costs.
	GroupRFx is a free robust suite of cloud computing applications designed to transform the competitive bidding marketplace. By bringing all elements of the tendering process onto a single consolidated platform and automating the most tedious, time-consuming and therefore expensive components.
	Founded in 1996, Health PRO Procurement Services Inc. is Canada's healthcare group purchasing organization. HealthPRO is invested in Canada's public healthcare system by representing the purchasing interests of hospitals, provincial authorities and shared service organizations (SSOs) from coast to coast to coast. With 255 members, including 12 of Canada's 14 SSOs, Health PRO brings together the most significant purchasing power ever assembled within Canada's public healthcare system. HealthPRO's national collective efforts save members hundreds of millions of dollars that can be directed to frontline patient care. With offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Regina, Mississauga, Ottawa and Halifax, Health PRO provides member support and knowledge sharing across the broadest possible range of operational areas including pharmacy services and specialties, clinical services and specialties, special services, nutrition and food services and energy management.
	Since 1885, Invacare has helped people with disabilities live life. We are the global leader in innovative home and long-term care medical products that promote recovery and active lifestyles in 80 countries. Invacare Canada L.P. provides complete coverage via a national network of dealers. Our full full line of products includes: REHAB - custom power wheelchairs, custom manual wheelchairs and seating and positioning products; HOMECARE - bath safety, walkers, rollators, commodes, wheelchairs, scooters, and beds; RESPIRATORY - oxygen systems and nebulizers.
	Our Vision: To enhance the health of Canadians by being the most trusted and valued health care partner
	Logihedron Inc. is a supply management and consulting organization that has been active in the Canadian Healthcare marketplace since 1996. We have worked with hospitals, regional hospital groups and health care facilities of all sizes across Canada designing and implementing turn key solutions resulting in reduced cost and increased revenues. With well over 1000 end user implementations and 8 warehouse implementations our client list is extensive and we are recognized as a leader in Supply Management within healthcare environments. Logihedron has offices in Canada and the United States.
	McKesson Canada is dedicated to delivering the vital medicines, supplies and information technologies that enable the health care industry to provide patients better, safer care. McKesson Canada is made up of many businesses, all serving the health care industry, and specifically retail pharmacies and hospitals, health care institutions, manufacturers, governments and patients.
	Canada's longest standing and most progressive healthcare Group Purchasing Organization, Medbuy provides the tools and strategies to reduce the cost of healthcare supplies and services while maintaining a strong focus on quality. From medical/surgical supplies and pharmaceuticals to capital equipment and food, Medbuy aggregates volumes and creates efficiencies to drive significant cost and time savings for its Members. Since its inception, Medbuy has saved provincial healthcare systems hundreds of millions of dollars.
	Trudell Medical Marketing Limited (TMML) is a specialty sales and marketing company, supporting the hospital market with focus on operating room, critical care and respiratory/anaesthesia markets. Founded in 1922 by George S. Trudell, Mitch Baran took over the reins of the company in 1967. TMML has grown into an international group of five companies, of which it is the founding organization. TMML assists relief organizations around the world, donating medical equipment and supplies assisting Doctors Without Borders, DNS Relief Fellowship, Red Cross and ‘lead’ sponsor for the St. Joseph/Trudell Golf tournament raising over $600,000 to support the purchase of leading, state-of-the-art medical technologies. TMML has 98 employees across Canada with offices in British Columbia, Quebec, Newfoundland, and a head office in London, Ontario.

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	Acart Healthcare Storage Solutions offers a full range of high density storage and consulting services to successfully plan and implement lean inventory management systems. Our Par Wall, LogiCell and Par Stor systems are ergonomic, clinician-friendly and adhere to CSA infection control standards for sterile storage. Drop by our booth for a new catalog.
	Atripco Delivery Service, a family-owned and operated business for 42 years. Emergency, rush, same day and next day courier services. Anything, anywhere, anytime! Atripco Cartage Division offers cartage delivery with straight trucks and tractor trailers – flatbed, white glove, tailgate and last mile service, from a skid to a full load. Dedicated contract trucking and courier services available. Anything from an envelope to a skid. • Proudly servicing healthcare in Southern Ontario for over 30 years.
	The challenge envisioned a decade ago-to build a business dedicated to answering healthcare's biggest issue, time-definite, temperature – controlled transportation – has become a reality. Today, ATS Healthcare is the largest, most reputable provider in Canada's temperature controlled healthcare transportation industry. • Healthcare and cosmetic manufacturers, wholesalers and their customers appreciate our reliable end-to-end solutions to their temperature management, security and other shipping requirements. Our standards are the highest, complying with Health Canada guidelines for the transportation of temperature sensitive products such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical devices and over-the-counter products.
	C. R. Bard, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the design, manufacture, packaging, distribution, and sale of medical, surgical, diagnostic, and patient care devices worldwide. It offers vascular, urology, oncology, and surgical specialty products. The company's vascular products include percutaneous transluminal angioplasty catheters, peripheral vascular stents, vena cava filters, and biopsy devices; electrophysiology products, such as electrophysiology diagnostic, therapeutic catheters, as well as laboratory systems. Its urology products comprise of infection control Foley catheters to reduce the rate of urinary tract infections; surgical slings, vaginal prolapse products, urinary drainage catheters, and urine monitoring and collection systems; The company offers various devices to treat and manage cancers, and other diseases and disorders, including specialty access catheters, ports, vascular access ultrasound devices, and enteral feeding devices. Its surgical specialty products include implanted patches and fixation systems for hernia and other soft tissue repairs; irrigation devices for orthopedic, laparoscopic, and gynecological procedures; and products for topical hemostasis. C. R. Bard sells its products directly and through distributors to hospitals, individual health care professionals, extended care facilities, and alternate site facilities. The company was founded in 1907 and is based in Murray Hill, New Jersey.
	Bowers Medical Supply, a Canadian company with 38 years experience, has achieved its vision of becoming a national supplier of healthcare products and services. As rewarding as the past has been, we are prepared to meet a future that presents significant challenges and new opportunities. While building on the values that brought us here, the times mandate that we maintain our resolve to continually improve. We are being transformed by a basic strategy that empowers our people with flexible, advanced technologies to link them with customers and provide value added benefits. Bowers Medical will deliver supply chain solutions that both strengthen our existing relationships and also help us forge new partnerships in Canadian healthcare. Let's work together as participants in healthcare reform to create a bright future.
	Canadian Hospital Specialties is a national specialty distributor of medical and surgical products focused on strategic partnerships to enhance the experience of our customers. Our clinical, sales and marketing expertise coupled with our continued commitment to invest in new technologies brings value to supplier partners and customers alike. Our partnerships are based on shared values and mutual respect, essential elements to ensure long term success.
	Dräger is a leading international company in the fields of medical and safety technology. Our innovative products, services and systems protect, support and save lives. People from hospitals, manufacturing, mining, fire protection and emergency services have trusted in Dräger since 1889. Besides striving for the highest quality and common interfaces between our products, Dräger also focuses on the protection of our environment and our natural resources. High-Tech with human touch, culture out of tradition, innovations by self-conception, worldwide one vision: Dräger. Technology for Life® . The Dräger Group is currently present in more than 190 countries and has about 12,000 employees worldwide.
	Grand & Toy is Canada's leading office solutions provider. With a heritage that dates back to 1882, today's Grand & Toy is committed to offering sustainable solutions to Canadian business in the areas of interiors, technology and imaging, in addition to office and facilities supplies. We operate one of the country's largest distribution networks serving customers coast to coast.
	GS1 Canada is a member of GS1, the world's leading supply chain standards organization. As a neutral, not-for-profit organization, GS1 Canada enables its more than 20,000 members – trading partners of all sizes from 23 sectors across Canada – to enhance their efficiency and cost effectiveness by adopting electronic supply chain best practices. Through its healthcare sector strategy, GS1 Canada is working with industry – including 625 Canadian healthcare providers and 350 leading suppliers – to standardize the healthcare supply chain. GS1 global standards support efficiency and enhanced patient safety by providing centralized access to accurate, trusted, perpetually updated product and location information.
	Hill-Rom is a leading worldwide manufacturer and provider of medical technologies and related services for the health care industry, including patient support systems, safe mobility and handling solutions, non-invasive therapeutic products for a variety of acute and chronic medical conditions, medical equipment rentals, and information technology solutions. Hill-Rom's comprehensive product and service offerings are used by health care providers across the health care continuum and around the world in hospitals, extended care facilities and home care settings to enhance the safety and quality of patient care. Hill-Rom...enhancing outcomes for patients and their caregivers.
	At Kimberly-Clark, our mission is to deliver innovative healthcare solutions supported by in-service training, clinical research and accredited education that you can depend on to meet the demands of your fast-paced world. Whether your needs involve preventing healthcare-associated infections, surgical and digestive solutions, or pain management, with Kimberly-Clark you’ll always have one less worry.
	Logi D is a leading provider of innovative hospital supply chain automation solutions and the inventor of the internationally recognized RFID enabled two bin replenishment concept, known under the 2BIN iD brand. For more than a decade, Logi D has been providing exceptional value to its customers through the iD suite of solutions, which integrate cutting edge technologies, such as RFID, voice and video recognition, as well as storage equipment and services that streamline materials management processes from warehouse to point of use. These solutions are the result of extensive research of best practices in supply chain management, both in healthcare and other industries. They represent the broadest and most integrated suite of supply chain automation solutions currently available to hospitals. Also encompassing comprehensive transformation services from conception to completion, the Logi D offering optimizes inventory, substantially improves productivity, and lowers overall costs, resulting in an industry leading return on investment. For more information about Logi D, please visit www.logi d.net.
	Our mission is to provide quality medical products with superior value to healthcare providers and end users, improving patient care and the quality of people's lives.
	The Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) is the leading, and largest, association in Canada for supply chain management professionals. With 6,500 members working across the private and public sectors, PMAC is the principal source of supply chain training, education and professional development in the country. Through its 10 Provincial and Territorial Institutes, PMAC grants the SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) designation, the highest achievement in the field and the mark of strategic leadership.
	Procter & Gamble, makers of a wide range of health care products, offers the following products to hospitals: Pampers* infant diapers, Pampers disposable Baby Wipes*, Pampers Bibsters* (disposable bibs), Always* feminine care products, Thermacare* heat wraps and pharmaceuticals. All products are available through P&G's authorized hospital distributors. For more information on products or to receive samples, call the Pampers Professional Answer Line at 1.800.543.3331 or contact your hospital distributor.
	As Canada's largest courier company, Purolator delivers innovative products and superior service on which you can depend. With more couriers, more vehicles, and more planes in more places than any other courier in Canada, Purolator provides solutions that are right for you - whenever you need to ship. Purolator's strength as a company is built on the strength of our team - more than 11,300 employees - focused on delivering the right products, solutions and exceptional service.
	Rogue Specialty Transportation is a full service solutions partner that enables customers to focus on their core business activities. Rogue employees represent an integrity-based, professional transportation company that customers rely upon as an integral part of their business operations. Spanning 28 years, Rogue's professional reputation continues to grow in markets requiring rapid response and dependable delivery. Our focus and innovation has solidified our position as market leader in handling complex healthcare logistics and specialized freight. With locations in Mississauga, Montreal and Edmonton, Rogue serves locations across Canada and the United States.
	Rubbermaid Commercial Products has pioneered technologies and system solutions in the categories of food services, sanitary maintenance, utility waste and recycling, material transport, away-from-home washroom, and safety products. At Rubbermaid Medical Solutions, improving patient care is our number one priority. We are the premier provider of medication carts, wall-mounted workstations and computer carts solutions for healthcare facilities striving to enhance patient care, safety and staff productivity. We have one goal in mind – Increasing the Capacity to Care.
	SCI Logistics provides innovative logistics outsourcing models to the healthcare sector. Our solutions offer opportunities to healthcare organizations to leverage aggregate procurement practices and drive further savings resulting from off-site consolidation of warehousing and distribution operations, IT investments, demand planning, deferred inventory ownership, home and hospital delivery services and customer billing solutions. Our solutions reduce costs, improve business processes, and create new market opportunities for healthcare providers.
	SteriPro™ Canada provides Canadian Hospitals with an alternative solution for the reprocessing and sterilization of reusable medical/surgical instrumentation, devices and equipment. As a subsidiary of Dalkia™ Canada. Dalkia's™ European subsidiary, Sterience™ has operated surgical instrument reprocessing and sterilization centers since 2001. SteriPro™ has leveraged the experience and expertise of Sterience, and the extensive Canadian experience of the SteriPro™ Mississauga team, in the design and commissioning of the first Instrument Reprocessing and Sterilization Centre servicing the Greater Toronto Area. SteriPro™ provides validated sterilization services, and enables advanced instrument traceability through the tracking of individual instruments from the point of use throughout the reprocessing cycle.
	The TECSYS Supply Chain solution supports your efforts to understand the use, distribution and overall management of your supply chain throughout your organization. Whether moving into self-distribution or fine tuning existing process, visibility helps you deliver better patient care. This solution delivers a major reduction in supply spend, drives dramatic cost savings, effectively streamlines supply chain to patient use, consolidates information, manages inventory, and helps deliver superior patient care. It allows you to achieve total inventory visibility, traceability and control.
	TELUS Health Solutions is helping transform how information is used across the continuum of care from hospital to primary care to home with tools that foster collaboration, drive prevention and empower care teams and patients. With the healthcare system moving towards improving cost efficiencies through better chronic disease management, our suite of solutions including the Oacis data aggregation and business intelligence solution, Remote Patient Monitoring, referral and scheduling systems, mobile care applications and our consumer centric eHealth service, TELUS health space, powered by Microsoft HealthVault, give health authorities, providers, primary care physicians and patients the power to enhance decision making and improve outcomes for Canadians.
	As a member of the Air Liquide Healthcare network operating in 40 countries, VitalAire Canada brings leading technologies, products and respiratory healthcare excellence to Canada from a worldwide community dedicated to innovation. With over 80 clinics across Canada and 150 healthcare professionals coast to coast, VitalAire is a leader in Home Oxygen Services, Sleep Apnea Programs and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment across Canada. Our Medical Gases and Hospital Services business unit, Air Liquide Medical, is dedicated to serving the medical gas and respiratory product needs of the Canadian Healthcare Market. From compendial grade medical gases to custom designed medical gas systems including installation, we are one of the only companies in Canada to provide a full range service for medical gases, including cryopreservation gases. VitalAire Canada – "Working Hard so you can breathe easyTM "
	VCS Canada Inc. provides a standardized vendor credentialing (criminal and vaccination), training and monitoring solution at NO COST to hospitals. The Canadian web-based system allows hospitals to communicate and enforce their procedures and policies... so that "I did not know" is no longer an excuse. VCS provides hospitals with a process to track their vendor activities and behaviours. A simple and intuitive system designed to facilitate purchasing managers in their effort to partner with vendors. Click on our logo for our website or call us toll free (877) 885-1420 ext. 221.
	Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, Zimmer designs, develops, manufactures and markets orthopaedic reconstructive, spinal and trauma devices, dental implants, and related surgical products. Zimmer has operations in more than 25 countries around the world and sells products in more than 100 countries. Zimmer's 2011 sales were approximately $4.5 billion. The Company is supported by the efforts of more than 8,000 employees worldwide.

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