The healthcare industry, i.e. hospitals, medical facilities, government healthcare organizations are facing numerous challenges. Effective solutions to these challenges need to be tailored to local health-care systems, and payer organizations must find the best ways to influence the evolution of their health care systems. Healthcare providers and distributors account for approximately 80 percent of all health care spending. The corporate leaders of hospitals, academic medical centers, and pharmacies must devise strategies and exploring ways to carefully grow strategic segments and be competitive in their local markets.