National Institute for Supply Chain Leadership (NISCL)

Building Capacity for Social and Indigenous Procurement in Healthcare

The healthcare industry spends billions of dollars on goods and services annually and has an opportunity to incorporate sustainability into its procurement practices, whether it be environmental, social, ethical, or Indigenous. Healthcare professionals have indicated that they experience challenges in incorporating social and Indigenous procurement into their procurement strategies. The National Institute for Supply Chain Leadership (NISCL), an organization that offers workshops and training programs to supply chain professionals, identified a need for specialized training in social and Indigenous procurement for health healthcare professionals to understand better and to effectively implement these principles in their organizations to support local communities and foster economic development. 

Reeve Consulting was hired as a sustainable procurement expert to design and deliver a two-day workshop focused on social and Indigenous procurement for healthcare professionals. The workshop aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to integrate social and Indigenous procurement practices into their supply chain strategies. After engaging with learners to identify knowledge gaps in social and Indigenous procurement, Reeve Consulting developed customized training materials. The workshop included guest speakers, hands-on activities, and collaborative discussions to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.  

The workshop successfully equipped healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge to implement social and Indigenous procurement practices. Participants reported a significant increase in understanding of sustainable procurement principles and felt more confidence in applying these practices within their organizations. The interactive format and real-world case studies helped ground the theoretical concepts into practical insights and strategies. The workshop also fostered a network of professionals committed to advancing social and Indigenous procurement in the healthcare sector, promoting ongoing collaboration and knowledge sharing. Overall, the workshop contributed to the development of more sustainable and equitable procurement practices in the healthcare industry.