International Association of Public Health Logisiticians
Until 2002, the contraceptive logistics management system in Rwanda was weak. To remedy this, the MOH, with support from the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT, decided to reorganize the contraceptive logistics system.... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area:
Document type: Country reports
Language: English
This guide is a practical reference for those managing or involved in setting up a storeroom or warehouse. It contains written directions and clear illustrations on receiving and arranging commodities; special storage conditions; tracking commodities; maintaining the quality of the products; constructing and designing a medical store; and waste management;... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT, World Health Organization (WHO)
Technical area: Storage and distribution
Document type: Tools and guides
Language: English
This brief describes the definition, purpose, and objectives of utilizing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guide key supply chain management processes. The document outlines how SOPs can be useful tools to streamline storage, ordering, procurement, dispensing, and other core SCM processes.... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area:
Document type: Technical briefs
Language: English
An in-depth overview of the Latin America and Caribbean Contraceptive Regional Initiative. Since 2003 the initiative has seen major accomplishments through shared lessons and solutions such as increased use of contraceptives and sustaining programs in countries where USAID donations are being phased out.... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area:
Document type: Country reports
Language: English
A quick reference tool illustrating the process of estimating the quantities and costs of the products required for a specific health program (or service), and determining when the products should be delivered to ensure an uninterrupted supply for the program.... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area: Forecasting and supply planning
Document type:
Language: English
A quick reference tool illustrating the process of designing and implementing a logistics system, including three key steps: assessment, design, and implementation.... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area: LMIS
Document type:
Language: English
This guide to quantification of health commodities has been developed to assist technical advisors, program managers, warehouse managers, procurement officers, and service providers in (1) estimating the total commodity needs and costs for successful implementation of national health program strategies and goals, (2) identifying the funding needs and gaps for... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area: Forecasting and supply planning
Document type:
Language: English
This guide should be used with the main guide—Quantification of Health Commodities: A Guide to Forecasting and Supply Planning for Procurement. The companion guide will assist program managers, service providers, and technical experts when conducting a quantification of commodity needs and costs for short-acting, long-acting, and permanent methods of contraception.... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area: Forecasting and supply planning
Document type:
Language: English
Logistics brief discussing why supply chain integration is the most effective way to both improve customer service and lower costs.... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area:
Document type: Technical briefs
Language: English
This guide describes suggested key indicators that can be helpful in tracking the performance of various aspects of a procurement system. The guide provides the following information for each indicator: the formula for calculating the indicator, guidance on setting an appropriate target level, where to find the data needed to... Read more
Author: USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Technical area: Procurement
Document type:
Language: English