The healthcare industry is continuously evolving, with a focus on improving patient care, enhancing operational efficiency, and optimizing space utilization. Southwest Solutions Group (SSG) plays a key role in driving these advancements, particularly through our strategic partnership with Vizient.
The Vizient contract is part of the nation's largest healthcare services company, offering tailored solutions to help healthcare providers improve both quality and cost-effectiveness. By leveraging Vizient's extensive data intelligence, healthcare organizations can optimize their supply chain, reduce costs, and enhance patient care. With solutions for clinical, supply chain, and pharmacy leaders, Vizient helps facilities streamline operations, improve clinical outcomes, and maintain sustainable costs. The contract ensures that hospitals and clinics can access high-quality medical equipment and services, supporting better care and operational efficiency.
From automated storage systems to advanced pharmacy solutions, SSG offers a comprehensive range of products tailored to the specific needs of healthcare facilities.
In this blog, we will explore SSG's diverse healthcare offerings available through the Vizient contract and discuss how these products help facilities boost efficiency, save space, and improve patient care.
We'll also highlight the benefits of partnering with Vizient, which simplifies the procurement process and ensures competitive pricing. By the end, healthcare administrators and facility managers will see why SSG is their trusted partner for optimizing healthcare environments.
Revolutionizing Storage and Inventory Management
Effective storage and inventory management are critical in healthcare, where space is often at a premium. SSG’s innovative storage solutions, available through Vizient, provide substantial improvements in space utilization and operational efficiency.
Our automated storage systems, such as our vertical and horizontal carousels, maximize floor and vertical space and streamline retrieval processes. They can store large quantities of items, such as various medical supplies.
In addition, SSG offers mobile and static shelving units tailored to meet the varied storage needs of healthcare facilities, from small clinics to large hospital systems. Our high-density shelving enables healthcare providers to store more items in less space, enhancing organization and enabling quicker access to critical supplies. These shelving systems are flexible and can be reconfigured as needs evolve, offering a scalable solution that grows with your facility.
For pharmacies, our advanced pharmacy storage solutions, designed by pharmacists, offer up to a 40% increase in storage capacity per square foot. Utilizing gravity-fed drawers for easy access and efficient stock rotation, these solutions optimize both space and workflow. Pharmacists can spend more time focusing on patient care and less time managing inventory. Learn how we’ve partnered with businesses to create customized solutions—check out our case study for inspiration.
Enhancing Workflow with Lean Principles
SSG integrates Lean principles into our healthcare solutions to reduce waste, streamline processes, and enhance efficiency. One standout example is our work with sterile processing departments (SPDs). Traditional methods of managing surgical instruments can be labor-intensive and error-prone. SSG's automated systems, such as light-directed picking systems, help ensure that the correct instruments are selected quickly and accurately, reducing surgery time and improving patient outcomes.
We also offer RFID tracking systems for surgical instruments and medical supplies, providing real-time inventory management. This technology reduces the risks of stockouts and overstocking, ensuring that critical supplies are always available when needed. By incorporating these systems, healthcare facilities can maintain optimal control over inventory, minimize waste, and ensure efficient resource use.
Innovative Design Support with Fetch
SSG offers design support using our own Revit plug-in, Fetch, to help healthcare providers visualize their spaces before construction. Fetch allows architects, medical planners, and facility managers to create detailed virtual models of healthcare environments, ensuring that the final setup meets all workflow and patient care needs.
Our Revit-based designs provide stakeholders with a clear understanding of how equipment and space will work together. Whether for new construction or renovation projects, this visualization helps eliminate costly design changes later and ensures facilities are optimized for staff and patient needs from day one.
SSG also collaborates closely with healthcare providers to tailor design solutions to meet specific challenges. By working with facility managers, architects, and healthcare professionals, we ensure that every aspect of the design supports the overall goals of the organization.
Comprehensive Solutions Available on Vizient
The Vizient contract offers significant advantages for healthcare facilities, providing access to SSG’s extensive range of products at competitive prices. As a Vizient member, healthcare providers can streamline the procurement process, gain access to transparent pricing, and make informed purchasing decisions.
SSG’s solutions go beyond traditional healthcare environments. We also offer products for specialized challenges, such as wire security cages for secure storage and mezzanine platforms to maximize warehouse space. These versatile systems can be customized to fit the unique requirements of any healthcare facility, ensuring efficient use of space.
Moreover, SSG is committed to sustainability. Many of our products, available through Vizient, are designed to minimize environmental impact by reducing energy consumption. For example, our automated storage systems feature energy-efficient motors and require less lighting, helping facilities reduce utility costs and lower their carbon footprint.
By partnering with SSG through the Vizient contract, healthcare facilities not only access cutting-edge products but also benefit from our dedicated expertise and support. Our team is committed to helping you achieve your goals—whether improving patient care, enhancing efficiency, or optimizing space utilization.
Transform Your Healthcare Facility with SSG
Unlock the full potential of your healthcare facility with SSG’s innovative solutions, available through the Vizient contract. Our team is here to help you optimize space, improve efficiency, and enhance patient care. From design to installation, and even ongoing maintenance, SSG is with you every step of the way. We collaborate with you during the planning and design phases to ensure our solutions meet your unique needs.
Our experienced team manages the installation process to minimize disruptions, and we provide continuous support and maintenance to keep your systems running smoothly. Call us at 866-447-9409 or fill out our free quote form to get started on your journey to a more efficient and effective healthcare environment.
