John Wright is Chief Operating Officer at Advantus Health Partners, a health care solutions company that makes supply chain easier for its clients through streamlined supply chain management, organizational purchasing, operations and cost-savings efficiencies. With more than 25 years of experience as a health care operator, John is recognized for his strong track record of maximizing efficiencies and reducing costs. At Advantus Health Partners, John is responsible for the overall success of the supply chain, including production planning, inventory management, integrated logistics and consulting services that provide customized solutions to complex challenges faced in health care. Previously, John was vice president of supply chain and support services operations at Intermountain Healthcare. John holds a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s in business administration from Virginia Tech and has served as a Sergeant in the Virginia Army National Guard.
It’s time to debunk sustainability myths in health care and get to the heart of why sustainable supply chain practices are not only the right step forward, but also offer inherent advantages on the financial savings and patient satisfaction front.