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In this episode of Digital Transformers, hosts Kevin L. Jackson and Gerard Dache explore the role of blockchain in government operations in this recent Emerging GovTech livestream, produced in partnership with the Government Blockchain Association and the National DigiFoundry. They welcome Amelia Powers Gardner, a pioneer in digital government services, and Paul F. Dowding, a blockchain expert in financial services. Amelia shares her journey from the private sector to public office, revolutionizing processes like marriage licensing and voting through blockchain. She discusses how blockchain enhances transparency in government budgeting, allowing for better tracking of federal, state, and private funds. Paul highlights how blockchain can improve financial operations, reduce fraud, and integrate with existing systems for greater efficiency. The discussion covers real-world deployment challenges, the importance of interoperability, and strategies for gaining adoption in slow-moving government environments. With blockchain’s potential to transform financial accountability, this episode offers insights into the future of digital governance.   This episode is hosted by Kevin L. Jackson and Gerard Dache, and produced by Amanda Luton, Trisha Cordes, and Joshua Miranda.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch this episode NOW on YouTube Learn more…

Healthcare supply chains must be agile and cost effective, but all the efficiency in the world cannot guarantee a good patient experience. For that, organizations need to understand what patients expect and work closely with providers to ensure they have what they need for a range of treatment circumstances. Tom Harvieux is the Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at BJC Healthcare, one of the largest non-profit healthcare organizations in the United States. Tom is responsible for supply chain and logistics strategy, and his team’s achievements were recently recognized with an 8th place ranking in the Gartner Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25 list. In this classic Supply Chain Now episode, Tom joins hosts Scott Luton to discuss: How his 22 years of experience in the U.S. Army allowed him to build the leadership and supply chain experience he now applies in the private sector The changes he has observed in patient expectations about their healthcare experiences since the COVID-19 pandemic, and how BJC Healthcare is rising to the challenge The four pillars he and his team use to guide their work: price performance, service excellence, cost to serve, and team engagement   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton.…