HIV & AIDS

Logistics Indicators Assessment Tool (LIAT) HIV Test Kits (1,578 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2009
The Logistics Indicators Assessment Tool (LIAT), a quantitative data collection instrument developed by the DELIVER project, is used to conduct a facility-based survey to assess health commodity logistics system performance and commodity availability at health facilities. This tool has been adapted from the original version, specifically to assess human immunodeficiency virus tests logistics system performance and availability at health facilities.

Logistics Indicators Assessment Tool (LIAT) Antiretroviral Drugs (1,562 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2009
The Logistics Indicators Assessment Tool (LIAT), a quantitative data collection instrument developed by the DELIVER project, is used to conduct a facility-based survey to assess health commodity logistics system performance and commodity availability at health facilities. This tool has been adapted from the original version specifically to assess antiretroviral drugs logistics system performance and availability at health facilities.

Logistics Fact Sheets: HIV Test Kits (complete set) (986 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2008
Includes information critical to the selection, forecasting, procurement, and inventory management of 16 brands of HIV tests.

Logistics Fact Sheets: ARV Drugs (complete set) (1,944 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2008
Includes information critical for informing supply chain management functions for this ARV drug. Can be used at all levels of the health system. Lists all FDA-approved and WHO prequalified versions of the drug, manufacturer, strength/form, packaging/shipping information, shelf life, recommended storage conditions, price and dosage information. This is a complete set of all the ARV Fact Sheets.

ProQ User's Manual (2,430 KB)
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Author(s): DELIVER
Date of Publication 2003
The ProQ manual explains how to use ProQ software. It includes an introduction to ProQ and quantification, in general; instructions for installing the software on the user's computer; navigation techniques and conventions; instructions for conducting a quantification, and printing reports.

HIV/AIDS Commodity Security: A Framework for Strategic Planning (1,500 KB)
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Author(s): DELIVER
Date of Publication 2006
This paper presents a framework for strategic planning that brings together a series of functions, programs, and activities necessary for the improvement of HIV/AIDS commodity security.

Tool to Assess Site Readiness for Initiating Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) or Capacity for Existing ART Sites (254 KB)
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Author(s): Lisa Hirschhorn, Andrew Fullem, Christopher Shaw, Wendy Prosser, and Marilyn Noguera.
Date of Publication 2007
This 20-page guide helps programs select ART sites based not on site type but on capacity, vision, and activities needed for rational introduction and expansion of ART into HIV care. The English tool is version 1.3; the Spanish tool is version 1.1.

Contraceptive Forecasting Handbook for Family Planning and HIV/AIDS Prevention Programs (6,077 KB)
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Author(s): Family Planning Logistics Management (FPLM)
Date of Publication 2000
Contraceptive Forecasting Handbook for Family Planning and HIV/AIDS Prevention Programs is a reference book for forecasting commodity needs for family planning and HIV/AIDS prevention programs. Topics range from general methodological considerations to special considerations when forecasting for HIV/AIDS prevention programs. 2000.

PipeLine 5: An Addendum to the PipeLine 4 User's Guide (1,171 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2010
The pipeline monitoring and procurement planning system (PipeLine) is a software tool that helps program managers gather critical forecasting information, ensure that products arrive on time, maintain consistent stock levels at the program or national level, and prevent stockouts. This guide (addendum) provides basic information on how to use PipeLine 5. It complements and should be read in conjunction with the PipeLine 4.0 User’s Guide.