Key Highlights
- Vizient completes acquisition of Kaufman Hall, enhancing healthcare advisory services.
- Combined expertise in revenue, cost, clinical quality, and finance.
- Led by Kate Guelich, former CEO of Kaufman Hall.
- Enhanced services to achieve strategic, financial, clinical, and operational excellence.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes
- “By coming together, Vizient and Kaufman Hall will be able to help our clients achieve strategic, financial, clinical and operational excellence.” — Byron Jobe, President and CEO at Vizient
- “The new advisory organization is structured to expand on the existing, valuable components of each organization’s people, operations, infrastructure, and processes.” — Kate Guelich, Former CEO at Kaufman Hall
- “At a time when our clients are looking to us to help solve their most important challenges, our complementary areas of expertise position us to deliver the insights and support they need.” — Ken Kaufman, Founder at Kaufman Hall
SoHC's Take
The acquisition of Kaufman Hall by Vizient, Inc. represents a significant strategic move in the healthcare industry. By integrating the deep expertise of both organizations, Vizient is poised to deliver comprehensive advisory services that address the multifaceted challenges faced by healthcare providers today. This merger not only enhances the financial, clinical, and operational capabilities of their clients but also aligns with the broader goal of advancing high-value care. The leadership of Kate Guelich in the newly combined advisory organization underscores the commitment to leveraging existing strengths and creating innovative solutions for healthcare excellence.
