ISM® Report On Business®

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March 2025 Hospital ISM® Report On Business®

Economic activity in the hospital subsector grew in March for the 19th consecutive month after contracting twice in the previous four-month period, with 35 consecutive months of growth prior to that, say the nation's hospital supply executives in the latest Hospital ISM® Report On Business®.

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Hospital PMI® at

51%

Supply Management News & Reports

March 11, 2025
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In “the most challenging time” for the profession, the ISM World 2025 Annual Conference is designed to inspire and celebrate genius amid global challenges and an ever-changing supply chain canvas.

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    27-31

    2025

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    Sourcing in a Modern World

    Eliminate bottlenecks and master strategic sourcing with this ISM guided learning online course. The demands placed on today’s purchasing managers and buyers require more advanced skills, knowledge and expertise than in years past. Strategic sourcing is essential to the procurement process and will help practitioners continuously improve and re-evaluate the company’s purchasing activities and the requirements of its stakeholders. Led by an ISM subject matter expert, this course covers sourcing in the modern world through weekly webinars and daily online training modules that consist of multimedia, knowledge checks and practical application activities. This course provides additional access for 60 days from the last day of class.

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    10

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    Join the executive leaders from ISM and Resilinc as they come together as part of a quarterly series to discuss the latest and emerging risks and disruptions impacting global supply chains. ISM CEO Tom Derry and Resilinc CEO Kamal Ahluwalia will also provide insights based on respective data and research from both organizations.

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    15

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    Are you ready to expand your network and make meaningful connections? Our virtual speed networking event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people within our growing membership community. In just one hour, you'll have the chance to engage in dynamic, one-on-one conversations with fellow members, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. Whether you're looking to collaborate, share insights, or simply make new friends, this is your networking power hour!

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    17

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    Between back-to-back meetings, tight deadlines, and life outside of work, building a personal brand can feel like just another overwhelming task. But what if you could leverage your existing strengths and daily experiences to enhance your professional presence—without adding extra stress?

    Designed exclusively for our Women’s Supply Management Community, this interactive webinar will provide practical, achievable strategies to help you craft a personal brand that reflects your expertise and values—without the pressure of constant posting or self-promotion. Our expert speaker will share real-world tips tailored for busy corporate women, so you can stand out in your career authentically and efficiently.

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  • April

    24

    2025

    How well do you know your newest hires and team members? What do they want from managers and leaders? How do they view work and the workplace? Generation Z is in the workforce and beginning to take an important seat at the table - with unique perspectives and preferences that set them apart from prior generations. But, Gen Z isn't working alone - They are working alongside three other generations. Guided by a decade of research, this session helps audiences understand this generation to prepare company leaders to effectively hire, train, and retain top Gen Z talent in a multi-generational workforce.

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