Introduction
A group of researchers at MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics solicited input from leading practitioners across the health care industry, interested in learning more about the dynamics and challenges within the health care supply chain. In particular, the researchers inquired about the way the respondents perceived the structure of the industry, as well as the current set of issues. With the intent of identifying some common themes that cut across the various types of health care supply chains, the researchers prepared this document as a synthesis of the input along with some preliminary observations. Hopefully this provides adequate content for subsequent and deeper discussion among industry leaders.
To serve that purpose, the researchers will convene leaders on August 29, 2006 for preliminary discussion on this subject. Industry leaders and practitioners are welcome. For additional information, please contact Bob Vaz.