Selecting Vendors for Better Long-Term Care











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Jim Ankoviak of Winco Mfg., LLC, a solution provider at the marcus evans Long-Term Care CXO Summit Spring 2012, on selecting vendors in the long-term care sector.


Interview with: Jim Ankoviak, Chief Executive Officer, Winco Mfg., LLC


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Long-term care (LTC) facilities should select and work closely with providers that have a broad range of solutions, are reactive to changing market demands, and thus offer value added solutions rather than just products, says Jim Ankoviak, Chief Executive Officer, Winco Mfg., LLC.


From a solution provider company at the marcus evans Long-Term Care CXO Summit Spring 2012, Ankoviak discusses strategies for the vendor selection process and what would improve patient care in LTC facilities. 


What would improve patient care in the LTC sector?


We work to improve patient care by providing the type of seating specific to the resident’s and the facility’s needs. Seating must be comfortable and safe for the patient, while reducing caregiver effort, the potential for strain or injury and time spent on cleaning. It must be durable for the LTC environment, and demonstrate great value.


LTC executives need to partner with providers like Winco that understand and can meet these needs across a broad spectrum of applications.


How can LTC facilities ensure that budget cuts do not affect the quality of care provided?


By selecting and then working closely with providers that add value, who provide a broad range of solutions, are reactive to changing market demands and thus offer value added solutions rather than just products.


What strategies for the efficient running of LTC facilities could you share?


Consolidating seating and furnishing needs with a single provider can simplify the order process, lock in and stabilize pricing, and manage purchase schedules to meet project requirements as needed. This would allow for balanced purchasing, predictable budgeting and the flexibility to adapt to unexpected changes.


How can they stay up-to-date with changing demographics?


LTC facilities must seek vendors with an established track record, not only for providing quality products, but also known for innovating, improving and continuously adding new products to their portfolio. The vendor should strive to include their facilities in requests for market feedback and in presenting new ideas proactively for their consideration. We listen closely to our customers and work with them to develop and test their innovation in real world settings.


Do you have a final piece of advice?


Explore the options available. Do not be hesitant to share your concerns and special requirements with your vendors. Winco prides itself in being able to react to ever evolving customer and market changes.


A partner who is willing to be innovative to help reduce operating expenses in ways beyond just price, is critical to establishing a long-term, sustainable and mutually beneficial relationship.



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About the Long-Term Care CXO Summit Spring 2012


Offering much more than any conference, exhibition or trade show, this exclusive meeting will bring together esteemed industry thought leaders and solution providers to a highly focused and interactive networking event. The Summit includes presentations on the Health Care Reform, innovative quality improvement, and staff recruitment and retention strategies.


For more information please send an email to info@marcusevanscy.com or visit the event website


marcus evans group – healthcare sector portal 


Please note that the Summit is a closed business event and the number of participants strictly limited.


About Winco Mfg., LLC


Winco Mfg., LLC is an Ocala, FL based medical furnishings manufacturer whose Products are designed and assembled in an ISO9001/2008 certified facility and distributed worldwide. Winco established itself by providing innovative furnishings that enhance patient comfort, improve caregiver safety and convenience and exceed customer requirements for function, durability and aesthetics. 


For more information: www.wincomfg.com


About marcus evans Summits


marcus evans Summits are high level business forums for the world’s leading decision-makers to meet, learn and discuss strategies and solutions. Held at exclusive locations around the world, these events provide attendees with a unique opportunity to individually tailor their schedules of keynote presentations, think tanks, seminars and one-on-one business meetings. For more information, please visit www.marcusevans.com 


                             



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