Question

Make a detailed report of purchasing a patient monitoring instrument for a hospital.

Answer 1

Patient monitoring instruments need to have large research processes before purchase. Usually purchase decisions are done by Purchase department heads after having discussion with the concerned Departmental heads. Points to be remembered are

1) Assess your needs: This will help the purchase manager to create an accurate budget

2) Create a budget: This will help to achieve cost effectiveness and patient satisfaction

3) Research the market: It helps to identify the best equipment available in the current market.

4) Assess the distributor: Discover distributors who have interest in you.Obtain multiple quotes and give your count sheet to more than one company.   Ask them to join in the tender quotes with the lowest cost and good quality at which they can provide the instrument. Instruct them to offer samples on certain products.

5)  Build relationships: This will help for exceptional quality, service and efficiency.