GE wins five-year contract

The Wheaton Franciscan System and GE Medical Systems have struck a five-year, $100 million strategic alliance that establishes GE as the preferred vendor for imaging and monitoring equipment for the healthcare organization. The agreement provides the Wheaton Franciscan System access to GE's portfolio of consulting, education, and leadership development services designed specifically for healthcare customers. Although headquartered in Wheaton, IL, the Wheaton Franciscan System is the largest healthcare provider in southeast Wisconsin and the largest Catholic healthcare provider in the state.