Don't let change get in the way of your business's growth. Cardinal Health offers implementation services to provide a seamless and smooth transition for new customers. And because each implementation is unique, we assign a dedicated facilitator as your single point-of-contact to ensure accurate, on-time deliveries with the correct pricing.

To help make the switch to Cardinal Health an easy one, our Implementation team focuses on five key areas of your business:

Inventory

• Product conversion ? We identify accurate and timely one-to-one matches of identical or equivalent products based on usage data.
• Monitor inventory levels ? We work with our local distribution centers to adjust inventory levels as needed.

Pricing

• Contract connections ? We ensure that all distribution and vendor contract connections have been completed, confirming eligibility and tier levels.
• Final data file ? We provide a price book for customers organized by material number and immediately reconcile potential discrepancies once pricing is in place.

Operations

• Account structure ? We ensure correct setup and coding of all customer accounts, including appropriate delivery plant, licensing by location and order confirmations.
• Accounts payable ? We define invoicing and statement requirements and ensuring connectivity.
• Customer Service ? We identify customers' specific service requirements and coordinate support from our dedicated Customer Service teams.

Distribution/Transportation

• Shipping schedule ? We set up shipping schedules to meet the needs of each Ship-To location.
• Delivery requirements ? We work with customers to identify the number of delivery days per week, delivery windows and courier instructions.

e-Business

• Materials management systems ? Determine system requirements and connectivity options.
• Electronic ordering ? Set up and conduct training for cardinal.com. Provide OrderConnect^® scan formats, assist with installation and conduct training.
• EDI ? Coordinate with e-Commerce team to implement all EDI functionality