Three Companies Selected by Intermountain Health for 2023 Supplier Summit Award Recipients for Their Commitment to Quality, Cost, and Excellence

Intermountain Health’s Supply Chain Organization has recognized three suppliers with the 2023 Supplier Summit Awards for their commitment in working alongside Intermountain Health to help patients and communities live the healthiest lives possible. 

These three suppliers – Medtronic, Okland Construction, and RightSourcing – were recognized specifically for excelling in the areas of cost, quality and outcome, corporate social responsibility, and overall supply chain excellence. 

This is the first time since 2018 that Intermountain Supply Chain has given out these awards, which were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Intermountain currently does business with more than 8,000 suppliers. After evaluating each supplier on a strict set of criteria, the three companies were selected as this year’s winners with the following awards: 

Medtronic – Cost, Quality, and Outcome Award 
Okland Construction – Corporate Social Responsibility Award
RightSourcing – Supply Chain Excellence Award

““These top suppliers have demonstrated a solid commitment to working with us to help our patients and communities live the healthiest lives possible. Intermountain Health celebrates the meaningful relationships we have developed with each of these suppliers. Together, we can lower overall costs and increase quality in healthcare,” said Allison Corry, chief supply chain officer at Intermountain Health.

Intermountain Supply Chain Organization selected the winning suppliers based on current and historical performance along with other criteria.

Cost, Quality and Outcome Award: Medtronic
The Cost, Quality, and Outcomes Award weighs patient outcomes and the ability to create shared value. Medtronic was selected for the CQO award for decreasing costs, maintaining quality, and improving outcomes, which greatly enhanced Intermountain’s ability to serve its patients. During the past year, Medtronic has collaborated with Intermountain to decrease the cost of care in cardiovascular, neurosciences, and surgical categories, such as advanced energy. Medtronic has engaged with Intermountain in a very collaborative and transparent manner and has shown flexibility and creativity in developing solutions that have strengthened our partnership. 

Corporate Social Responsibility Award: Okland Construction
The Corporate Social Responsibility Award judges a supplier’s ability to demonstrate positive social and environmental change in communities. Intermountain selected Okland Construction for their efforts to collaborate with Intermountain regularly to develop sustainable construction projects. Okland has completed seven Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects for Intermountain that improves the quality of life in communities across the Intermountain Region. In addition, Okland Construction is a local family-owned business that honors uncompromising quality throughout North America. “Okland Construction is a trusted partner in helping Intermountain create exceptional healing and wellness environments for the patients and communities we serve,” said Adam Jensen, Intermountain assistant vice president of Design and Construction.  

Supply Chain Excellence Award: RightSourcing

The Supply Chain Excellence Award evaluates suppliers who demonstrate excellence in supply chain efficiency and innovation. Intermountain selected RightSourcing as this year’s recipient for supporting several of our strategic goals, including expertise and best-in-class service for the contingent workforce of all regions. They specialize in continuous improvement and stay current with industry best practices. Since Intermountain’s integration with SCL Health in April 2022, they have played an integral part in creating a standardized program across the system. Their focus on cost reduction, risk mitigation, and team collaboration provides value for a long-term partnership.

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