Premier Purchasing Partners

Premier is a leading healthcare improvement company that operates one of the largest group purchasing organizations (GPOs) in the United States. Through its Premier Purchasing Partners division, the company manages a massive supply chain network that serves approximately 4,350 hospitals and 300,000 other provider organizations. The company leverages the collective buying power of its members to negotiate favorable pricing for medical-surgical products, pharmaceuticals, and laboratory supplies. In addition to supply chain services, Premier provides sophisticated data analytics and consulting services aimed at improving clinical outcomes and operational efficiency. Its technology platform, PremierConnect, integrates data from across its member network to identify cost-saving opportunities and best practices in patient care.