HAN just released a case study on HAN member Rush University System for Health’s Impact Purchasing program that covers its key strategies, program design and impact, and lessons learned.
From the HAN Rush case study:
Ultimately, Rush is able to align their procurement efforts with their institutional operations because they approach this work “as a strategic initiative, not [just] a feel-good approach,” says John Andrews, Rush’s strategic sourcing manager and business diversity manager. Rush’s implementation of the Impact Purchasing Commitment allows Rush to advance and build their credibility as an anchor institution by focusing on supplier diversity, neighborhood spend, and policies or procedures that align operations with impact purchasing.