U.S. hits 1 million coronavirus cases, one-third of all world’s cases The U.S. crossed the 1 million case threshold April 28. That is nearly one-third of all the world’s known coronavirus cases. President Donald Trump has attributed the high number of cases to heightened testing and less transparency in reporting cases in countries like China. Matt Bourne named vice … [Read more...]

Increasing supply chain elasticity, improving U.S. production of PPE, and partnering with the private sector to replenish supplies leads to a better prepared America Strengthening the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) will enhance the nation’s medical supply chain and its elasticity. A new bipartisan bill introduced this spring by two congresswomen is designed to do just … [Read more...]

Things are always changing, but Dan Woods, field sales consultant for Henry Schein, is determined to find solutions for customers. By Mark Thill Do you want to learn how to get a really firm fix on your customers’ wants and needs? Try selling health and fitness aids to consumers. Dan Woods did it for three years at The Vitamin Shoppe in Pittsford, New York, and he’ll … [Read more...]

In this time of great uncertainty and medical need, Professional Women in Healthcare® (PWH®) wants the industry to know, “We are here for you.” Although the leadership development organization had to cancel its annual Leadership Summit, PWH® leaders immediately secured dates for next year (May 17-19, 2021) and found new ways to continue the organization’s mission … [Read more...]

By Jon Gordon “Do you struggle with fear?” Every hand in the audience went up when I asked the question. “Do your negative thoughts come from you?” Most said “Yes.” “Are you sure,” I asked? “Who would ever choose to have a negative thought?” Eyes widened, some heads shook and a few people smiled. They were having an Aha moment. I then explained that your … [Read more...]

How to make decisions in a crisis By Lisa Earle McLeod “In every deliberation, we must consider the impact on the seventh generation… even if it requires having skin as thick as the bark of a pine.” The seventh generation principle comes from the Native American culture, where it was used to make decisions large and small. Putting yourself in the position of future … [Read more...]

Editor’s note: Technology is playing an increasing role in the day-to-day business of sales reps. In this department, Repertoire will profile the latest developments in software and gadgets that reps can use for work and play. COVID-19: There’s an app for that Apple announced it had released a new screening tool and set of resources to help people stay informed and take … [Read more...]

The show must not go on The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), a staple for auto makers and enthusiasts, announced in late March that it would cancel its June 2020 show in Detroit due to the coronavirus pandemic. The venue, Detroit’s TCF Center, has been turned into a temporary field hospital by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). “Although we are … [Read more...]

DUKAL Corporation has introduced its latest innovative solution, with the Capseus Bone Dust Collector (Capseus BDC-15). Designed to easily provide cost-effective local autograft generated at the surgical site during spinal fusion surgery, the Capseus BDC-15 reduces hospital costs, time, and infection risk, while providing higher-quality bone. Spinal fusion is performed on … [Read more...]