April 10, 2025
Global food services and facilities management company Sodexo entered into a partnership with AtlantiCare, effective June 21, to deliver a range of on-site operational services, according to a press release. The agreement aims to enhance patient and employee satisfaction across the AtlantiCare health system.
Sodexo will provide expertise in clinical nutrition, environmental services, facilities management, healthcare technology management and a centralized call center. This center will manage on-demand patient meal ordering and dispatch requests for environmental and facilities services. The partnership also includes a retail dining area with two micromarkets and the implementation of Sodexo's Protecta infection prevention program.
"Sodexo is proud to bring our industry-best food and facilities services to AtlantiCare and partner with their onsite team to achieve our shared vision of building healthy communities through individualized patient care," Molly Matthews, CEO, Sodexo Healthcare, U.S., said in the release.
The collaboration will leverage Sodexo's experience to improve AtlantiCare's patient experience, including specialized menu options and advanced cleaning systems. The integration of Sodexo's Site Management System is also planned to streamline service and business operations.