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Guide to 5 types of vendors and partners

Advisory Board experts describe types of nonclinical partners and vendors, their benefits and their use cases.  

Essential considerations for choosing the right vendors and partners

Hospitals and health systems are grappling with slim profit margins, workforce shortages and evolving technology and services. That makes choosing the right partner or vendor a critical strategic decision.

Healthcare leaders face choices that range from short-term transactional relationships to long-term partnerships with shared risk and strategic alignment. Their challenge lies in discerning the right vendor or partner type for their organization’s unique needs.

This white paper from Advisory Board provides insights on navigating the complex terrain of vendor and partner relationships. It’s based on comprehensive research conducted with diverse hospitals and health systems.

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