Source Medical announced a partnership with Inventory Optimization Solutions (IOS) to provide the SourcePlus PurchaseConnection, an advanced eProcurement portal, and to become a distributor of IOS's supply chain management solutions. The alliance provides SourceMedical customers with a web-based supply chain solution that will improve product availability, improve inventory levels, reduce labor, and reduce costs. "Our ambulatory surgery center and surgical hospital customers are looking for continued improvement with supply chain management. IOS's barcode technology, their connectivity with distributor's and manufacturers, and the accounts payable three-way match capabilities are tools our customers can use to more efficiently manage their supply resources and processes," said Scott Palmer, President & COO of SourceMedical's Surgery Division.