Eric O'Daffer

The Healthcare Industry Resilience Collaborative (HIRC) is a non-profit consortium of healthcare providers and suppliers dedicated to building a more resilient, transparent, and sustainable medical supply chain. This interactive session will provide an in-depth look at HIRC’s evolving standards, supplier resiliency badges, and the latest initiatives driving greater visibility and collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem. 

Why Attend: 

• Learn how HIRC’s work is shaping supply chain resiliency and what it means for providers and suppliers alike. 
• Get the latest updates on industry-leading resiliency standards, badges, and data transparency efforts. 
• Discover opportunities to engage with HIRC, contribute to its mission, and collaborate with peers committed to strengthening the healthcare supply chain. 

Join us for this special meeting and see how your organization can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of resilient healthcare supply chains. 

Resiliency has become one of the most talked-about goals in healthcare supply chain management—but what does it truly mean beyond buzzwords? And how do organizations actually achieve it in an environment defined by volatility, global dependencies, and rising expectations for transparency? In this insightful panel, leaders from across the healthcare ecosystem unpack the real meaning of resiliency—exploring why it matters, where they’re investing, and how resilient practices are reshaping both internal operations and external trade relationships. Panelists will share candid perspectives on practical steps they’re taking, from diversifying suppliers and leveraging data analytics to collaborating more deeply with partners and using standards like HIRC badges to promote trust and visibility.

Whether you’re a manufacturer, provider, or supplier, join this conversation to gain actionable insights into how resiliency can move from aspiration to operational reality in today’s healthcare supply chain.

• Define what resiliency means in a modern healthcare supply chain context and why it’s critical for sustainability and patient care
• Hear real examples of how organizations are investing in infrastructure, partnerships, and technology to build resilience
• Explore the role of transparency tools in strengthening trade relationships and reducing supply chain risk