Supply Chain Essentials

Contraceptive Security Index 2009- 11x17 Poster (1,936 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2009
The Contraceptive Security Index 2009 is a powerful tool for raising awareness about contraceptive security (CS) and the interrelationships between program components, different sectors, and program outcomes. At the national and international levels, the index can be used to set priorities; and to plan and advocate to support policies and other interventions that promote progress toward CS. At the country level, it can help identify areas of relative strength and weakness to help stakeholders target their resources more effectively and appropriately. This version is a 11 x 17 poster of the wall chart.

PipeLine 4.0: Installation Guidelines (293 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2008
Instructions for installing PipeLine 4.0.

PipeLine 4.0 User's Manual (6,987 KB)
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Author(s): DELIVER
Date of Publication 2007
This user's guide explains how to install and use the Pipeline Monitoring and Procurement Planning System (PipeLine), a software tool designed to help program managers regularly monitor the status of their product pipelines and product procurement plans.

PipeLine 3.0 User's Guides in Arabic, French, and Spanish are available upon request; however, they are intended to be used with PipeLine 3.0 only. They do not describe the new functionality in PipeLine 4. Please email deliver_pubs@jsi.com for copies of the Arabic, French, or Spanish user guides.

Supply Chain Manager User's Manual (2,792 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2010
This guide explains how to install and use Supply Chain Manager, Version 3, a software tool written in Microsoft Access 2000®. Version 3 of Supply Chain Manager is designed to support the features of today’s integrated distribution systems.

Guidelines for the Storage of Essential Medicines and Other Health Commodities (2,040 KB)
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Author(s): DELIVER Project in collaboration with the World Health Organization
Date of Publication 2006
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; as well as additional resources. (Revised March 2006)

Logistics Handbook: A Practical Guide for Supply Chain Managers in Family Planning and Health Programs (2,988 KB)
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Author(s): USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication 2009
The Logistics Handbook explains the major aspects of logistics management with an emphasis on contraceptive supplies. It is intended to help managers who work with supplies every day, as well as managers who assess and design logistics systems for entire programs.

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.

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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.

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