Published June 23rd, 2026

A Sterile Processing Department (SPD) workflow assessment is a systematic evaluation of every step involved in the handling, cleaning, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments. This process is critical for hea…

Published June 22nd, 2026

Vendor-neutral consulting in healthcare refers to independent assessments conducted without allegiance to any equipment or product vendor, particularly within sterile processing and perioperative operations. This impartialit…

Published June 20th, 2026

Sterile processing stands as a pivotal yet often overlooked component influencing healthcare operational costs. Inefficiencies within this critical workflow can cascade into significant avoidable expenses, driven by instrume…

Published June 17th, 2026

The ANSI/AAMI ST108 standard establishes critical requirements for water and steam quality used in healthcare sterilization processes. This standard addresses a fundamental yet often underappreciated aspect of sterile proces…