Publications
Publications
- July 1985 (Revised January 1988)
- HBS Case Collection
American Hospital Supply Corp.: The ASAP System (A)
Abstract
American Hospital Supply, the largest firm in the U.S. hospital supply industry, has achieved success in part through the use of information systems. Changes in the hospital marketplace suggest a shift in strategy would be appropriate. What role should information systems play in future strategies?
Keywords
Information Technology; Order Taking and Fulfillment; Distribution Industry; Health Industry; United States
Citation
Vitale, Michael R. "American Hospital Supply Corp.: The ASAP System (A)." Harvard Business School Case 186-005, July 1985. (Revised January 1988.)