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Shared Purchasing/IT from Caster Family Center for Nonprofit Research event on June 5, 2009. The event was sponsored by U.S. Bank
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Non-Profit Collaborations: An Introduction to Group Purchasing
and IT Services Optimization
Presented by: Carrie Vogelsang, Program Manager, Council Connections Dr. Rich Swafford, CIO, Community Clinics Health Network
June 2009
Council of Community Clinics: 30+ years of Collaboration
1977 – San Diego Council of Community Clinics (CCC) forms as a service organization for non-profit clinics in San Diego and Imperial Counties.
1979 - CCC Board decides to form a purchasing Co-op to help lower prices on lab and medical supplies. This Co-op is now a nation-wide Group Purchasing Organization: Council Connections.
1993 - CCC forms the Community Clinics Health Network (CCHN) which assists member clinics with their business, clinical and technology needs.
2001 - CCHN receives funding for IT Project that is now known as the Technical Services Organization.
2009 - CC and CCHN continue to build on their partnership to offer a broader scope of services and customer support to members.
What is a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO)?
A GPO is designed specifically to save its members money by negotiating contracted pricing with vendors.
Council Connections is a GPO for organizations that offer health or education services. There are no fees to become a member since fees are collected from vendors, based on sales volume.
“The More We Buy, The More You Save”: Combining the purchasing volume of our members gives us greater negotiating power with our vendors. In 2006, CC joined forces with Premier, Inc, the nation’s largest GPO, to bring greater savings and a broader contract portfolio to its members.
What Products & Services are Available?
Non-Clinical Food Service Distribution Cell Phone Service Office Supplies & Furniture Copiers/Fax/Dictation Computer Hardware/Software Janitorial Supplies Background Checks Business Forms/Charts Yellow Pages Shredding Rental CarsClinical Medical Supplies & Equipment Dental Supplies & Equipment Lab Products and Services Pharmaceuticals Uniforms
THERE ARE OVER 1,400 CONTRACTS
AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS!
A Few of Our Vendor Partners
Sample Price Comparison (Office Depot vs. Competitor) = 22% Savings!
SKU OD SKU
Desc. U/M Qty Price Ext Price
CC Price
CC Ext Price
$ Disc.
% Disc.
SHA1359 911115
"Copy" Ink Stamp, 1/2" x 1 5/8", Red
Ink
EA 1 x x x x $0.90 10%
439110 395971
3M Post-It Arrow Flags,
Assorted Bright Colors
PK/96 1 x x x x $2.26 53%
679951 419853
3M Post-It Notes, Blank,
1 1/2 x 2", Assorted
Ultra Colors
DZ 7 x x x x $12.53 30%
609007 324070
3M Scotch Tape with Free Dual-Roll Tape
Dispenser, Black
PK/1 1 x x x x $6.92 17%
704413 583726
Ampad EnviroTech
100% Recycled
Colored Top-Tab file
Folders, 3-Tab, Letter
BX/50 1 x x x x $1.49 10%
508581 593605
Liquid Paper DryLine Mini Correction
Tape, Assorted, 1/5x16.4
PK/5 9 x x x x $10.80 12%
TOTAL SAVINGSAvg
Monthly=
22%
Who is eligible to join Council Connections?
Any organization that offers, or is affiliated with, health or education services:A few of our non-profit members in San Diego County include:
• Asian Pacific Health Center• Elizabeth Hospice• Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego• Father Joe’s Villages• Home of Guiding Hands• Hospital Association of SD & Imperial Counties• La Maestra Community Health Center• Planned Parenthood of SD and Riverside Counties• San Diego Food Bank• San Diego Jewish Academy• Survivors of Torture International• USD Student Health Services• YWCA of San Diego County
Why Join Council Connections?
• Our Commitment to Service and Collaboration
• Our Unique Ability to Meet the Needs of our Members
• It’s Easy and FREE: Membership Forms:
• Council Connections / Premier Membership Application• Confidentiality Agreement• Applicable Vendor Forms
THAT’S IT! YOU WILL CONTINUE TO ORDER AS USUAL. IF YOU ARE MOVING TO A NEW VENDOR, WE’LL WORK WITH YOU ON
SET-UP TO ENSURE YOU ARE GETTING THE BEST PRICING.
Questions?
CONTACT :
Carrie Vogelsang, Program Manager
Phone: 619-542-4331
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.councilconnections.com
Technology Support in a Collaborative Environment:
Making the Most of Your Technology Dollar
Dr. Richard SwaffordChief Information OfficerCommunity Clinics Health Network (CCHN)
Major Change Factors
• Political/Social
• Technological
• Clinical
• Financial
CCHIT To Expand
Software Certification
Programs in 2010, 2011
HIMSS Chief: Stimulus Requires
Fast Action on Health Care IT
Health IT Provisions in Economic Stimulus Package Raise Prospects
for Job Creation
Massachusetts e-Health
Collaborative Launches For-Profit SubsidiaryOpinion: Health Industry Not Yet Realizing Cost-Saving Benefits of IT
iHealthBeat is published daily for the California HealthCare Foundation by The Advisory Board Company.
Foundations To Use
Mobile Technology To
Boost Health Care
Decisions, Decisions
• Do I deploy that new system now or wait for the funding?
• Will this vendor be around in 6 months?
• Can I sustain this new system?
• How will this impact my provider productivity and can I afford that hit?
• Will my staff accept the change?
• Technology Support Services
– Reducing Costs Through Collaboration
– Increasing Support and Coordination
– Enhancing Skill Sets
– Reducing Productivity Losses
Why Collaboration?
System Hosting• Potential Hosted Products
– Website
– Financial Systems
– Various Healthcare Platforms
– Office Automation
System Hosting
• Cost Advantages– Reduced Hardware Needs
– Reduced Maintenance Fees
– Efficient Use of Data Center Space• AC, Power, etc
– Staffing Needs
Consulting Services
• Project Management
• IT Consulting
• Purchasing Assistance
• Site Assessments
• Staffing and Recruitment
Consulting Services• Project Management
– Experienced
– Product Certified Staff
– Familiar with Non-Profit Setting
– Thorough and Reliable
– Multiple Implementations
Consulting Services
• IT Consulting– Highly Experienced
– Broad Range of Options• From Infrastructure to Strategic Planning
– Reasonably Priced
Consulting Services
• Purchasing Assistance– Product Selection
– Vendor Selection and Negotiation
– Collaboration with Council Connections
– We ensure you get the right product to meet your needs.
Consulting Services• Site Assessments
– IT Department Assessment
– Systems and Applications Assessment
– Policies and Procedures
– Security and Regulatory Assessment
– Disaster Recovery Planning
Consulting Services
• Staffing and Recruitment– Advertise and Market New Positions
– Interview and Assist in Selection
– Specialize in Director Level Recruitment
– Provide Input on Technical Competence of New Hires
Final Thoughts
• Integrate IT into Executive Leadership
• Plan, Plan, Plan…
• Technology is not a panacea.
• You’re not alone!
