4 reasons why our collaboration with Greiner Bio-One (GBO) is one with which we are making history
Our collaboration with GBO is special to us, and not just because
we have been working together for many years. Discover the 4 reasons why we are
making history with this partnership:
1) Learning from Each Other
It’s a great
collaboration: we learn from them and they learn from us.
MLS manages to
convince many customers to adopt barcoding. This means that one unique barcode
is inextricably linked to one individual, which is a huge benefit for safety, as
samples cannot be switched manually. This completely eliminates errors and also
results in significant efficiency gains.
We notice that GBO is putting a lot of effort into implementing a lot of
effort to implement this switch across the international market as well.
2) Clear Collaboration
Our collaboration runs smoothly thanks to the provisional
delivery schedule we receive from GBO on Tuesdays and Fridays. This provides us
with a clear view of what will be delivered, allowing us to optimally organise our
stock management and address any shortages proactively.
Additionally, we have internal contacts for samples, delivery follow-up, and
technical documentation, which makes communication smooth and efficient.
3) Shared Standards and Values
The standards and values that characterise GBO are
quite similar to those of MLS. Over the years, our collaboration has truly
evolved into a partnership:
- Innovative
Partner: From plastic blood collection tubes to safety blood needles, GBO leads
the way in innovation.
- Focus on
Ecology: Using solar panels and reducing packaging where possible are just two
examples of how much they prioritise ecology.
- Short Communication Lines: In addition to the purchasing department,
Jessy Leroy from Customer Service experiences the benefits weekly. “The short
communication lines with GBO are really crucial for organising our stock management optimally.”
- Proactivity: Anticipating problems together before they arise.
4) Unique collaboration start-up
In 1999, Wilmer profiled MLS as a distributor of the blood collection range for GBO during a visit by the then CEO. The extensive range of
blood tubes and needles provides a tailored solution for every patient or type
of test. We had to prove
ourselves, as GBO Belgium was responsible for the distribution of this range up
until that point.
Thanks to our efforts, the evaluation after 12 months was
clear: GBO’s blood collection products were sold three times more compared
to their previous sales in Belgium and Luxembourg.
Since then, MLS has been
working with GBO as an independent distributor on a growth story in which innovation, ecology, and problem-solving are central.
The key to our shared success?
Customers appreciate our fair pricing, quality, and excellent daily
service. Thanks to our streamlined communication, they feel valued and always
know who to contact.
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