The award was presented to a distributor that has shown significant growth, is fully engaged, and has invested in day-to-day operations with Novation to ensure the success of the contract. In his introduction of the award’s winner, Chris McDown, Senior Vice President of Sourcing Operations with Novation, credited NETWORK as "a niche player" that sticks to the genre because "they do it better than anyone else."

NETWORK's healthcare training program, Healthy Measures®, has been awarded the Seal of Review and Recognition™ from the Association of Healthcare Environment (AHE). AHE's Seal of Review and Recognition Program ensures that training delivered to NETWORK representatives is rooted in sound professional and evidence-based methodologies, and is aligned with the organization's Practice Guidance for Healthcare Environment Cleaning.

The Legacy Award recognizes Premier contracted suppliers that are actively engaged with the alliance, are committed to lowering costs through pricing and supply chain efficiencies, have been able to offer value based on individualized needs and situations, and have demonstrated corporate responsibility at community levels through assistance during disasters, scholarship support, volunteer activities, grants, etc.

This award was presented to NETWORK^® by Premier healthcare alliance in recognition for outstanding management of Premier agreements and drive toward the mutual goal of providing clinical and financial value to Premier alliance members.

The MedAssets Supplier Recognition Program provides recognition for suppliers that proactively and consistently bring market-leading pricing, cost-reduction strategies and value extending beyond price to the industry.

This award program, presented by CIO magazine, recognizes organizations around the world that exemplify the highest level of operational and strategic excellence in IT.