Allegiance, Novation Examine E-Commerce
McGAW PARK, Ill-Allegiance Healthcare Corp., a supplier of medical, surgical, and laboratory products, and Novation, the supply company of VHA Inc., and the University HealthSystem Consortium, have combined to research the role and value of the Internet in enhancing service and responsiveness in the healthcare supply system.
Allegiance will participate in an e-commerce study, sponsored by Novation. The study will examine e-business activities along the healthcare supply chain and potential operational benefits. The findings will be combined with other independent research Novation is sponsoring with large healthcare delivery systems.
Both Allegiance and Novation are investing heavily in e-commerce. More than 90% of Allegiance's business is transacted electronically through EDI and over the Internet. More than 5,000 customers use the Allegiance Web site, www.cardinal.com, regularly to order medical, surgical, laboratory, and pharmaceutical products.
Both companies hope the results of the survey help them better serve their customers.
I Was There: An Infection Preventionist on the COVID-19 Pandemic
April 30th 2025Deep feelings run strong about the COVID-19 pandemic, and some beautiful art has come out of those emotions. Infection Control Today is proud to share this poem by Carmen Duke, MPH, CIC, in response to a recent article by Heather Stoltzfus, MPH, RN, CIC.
From the Derby to the Decontam Room: Leadership Lessons for Sterile Processing
April 27th 2025Elizabeth (Betty) Casey, MSN, RN, CNOR, CRCST, CHL, is the SVP of Operations and Chief Nursing Officer at Surgical Solutions in Overland, Kansas. This SPD leader reframes preparation, unpredictability, and teamwork by comparing surgical services to the Kentucky Derby to reenergize sterile processing professionals and inspire systemic change.
Show, Tell, Teach: Elevating EVS Training Through Cognitive Science and Performance Coaching
April 25th 2025Training EVS workers for hygiene excellence demands more than manuals—it requires active engagement, motor skills coaching, and teach-back techniques to reduce HAIs and improve patient outcomes.
The Rise of Disposable Products in Health Care Cleaning and Linens
April 25th 2025Health care-associated infections are driving a shift toward disposable microfiber cloths, mop pads, and curtains—offering infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in one-time-use solutions.
