Emerging Trends in Supply Chain Management Outsourcing Public Health Logistics in Developing Countries
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
This paper examines the potential opportunity for public sector health systems to engage third party service providers to support the logistics functions—with an emphasis on distribution, warehousing, and inventory management. It provides stakeholders in supply chain management for public sector health, including the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Finance officials, program managers, and Central Medical Store managers with a resource that describes outsourcing and how it could be used in public health supply chains, when to consider outsourcing, the process of deciding whether outsourcing is a viable option in a particular context, and how to begin the outsourcing process.
Sustainable Training Programs Ensure Access to Health Commodities in Rwanda
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
In recent years, better access to medicines and other health commodities, such as contraceptives, has improved the lives of Rwandans. However, even small disruptions in the delivery systems can cause shortages at health clinics, leaving patients without treatments as basic as antibiotics.
A persistent problem is finding and retaining health workers trained in logistics. Today, by bringing logistics training to the universities, the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT is bolstering the country’s supply chains with sustainable training programs.
The Health Logistics Press (Zambia), July 2010
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
The eighth issue of The Health Logistics Press, a Ministry of Health (MOH) newsletter developed by the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT office in Zambia.
Logistics Management Units: What, Why, and How of the Central Coordination of Supply Chain Management
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
This document describes a logistics management unit, how it can be structured, the reasons for advocacy, and suggestions on how to begin. Also included are illustrations using country examples.
Initiating In-Country Pre-Service Training in Supply Chain Management Commodities: Process Guide and Sample Curriculum Outline
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
This process guide and sample curriculum outline offers programs, governments, and projects interested in implementing pre-service training (PST) for supply chain management of health commodities a general understanding of the process, stages, steps, and activities required for initiating a successful PST training program.
Liberia Trains Health Workers with Help from the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
Success story detailing a standard operating procedures(SOP) workshop that produced a group of master trainers from the Ministry of Health (MOH) who can continue to promote and train on the national integrated logistics system for health products in Liberia.
Uganda MOH and USAID | DELIVER PROJECT Encourage Supportive Supervision
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
Success story detailing the project's efforts to strengthen supportive supervision in Uganda.
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT Helps Strengthen Uganda’s Last Mile Delivery
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
The USAID | DELIVER PROJECT has long advocated for improved product availability. By connecting key system participants and highlighting effective strategies, the project disseminated practical, real-life advice and assistance on how Uganda can significantly improve their last mile delivery.
Uganda National Medical Stores and USAID | DELIVER PROJECT Training Improves Product Distribution
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2010
Together, the NMS and the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT organized a training on logistics and effective stores management in January 2009 for all NMS stores personnel. The training, using adult learning methodology, included interactive lectures, practical lessons, case studies, and group discussions.
Pakistan Workshop Report: Contraceptive Procurement, Quality Assurance, Contracting, Monitoring and Evaluation
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2009
Report on procurement workshop conducted by the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT for procurement officers from Pakistan's MOPW, MOH, National LHW, MNCH and AIDS programs between 28-30 September.
Public Health Logisticians Worldwide Share Their Expertise Online
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2009
Success story detailing the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT sponsored International Association for Public Health Logisticians (IAPHL).
IQC Semi-Annual Report: October 2007 to March 2008
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2008
IQC Semi-Annual Report for October 2007 to March 2008.
Task Order 1—Public Health: Semi-Annual Report, May 2008
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2008
The TO1 Semi-annual Report documents the activities and accomplishments of Task Order 1 from October 1, 2007–March 31, 2008. Key sections include improving and strengthening in-country supply systems, advocacy and collaboration with partners, USAID's provision of commodities for programs, and progress on implementing our new business model.
The Health Logistics Press (Zambia), April-June 2008
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2008
The second issue of The Health Logistics Press, a Ministry of Health (MOH) newsletter developed by the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT office in Zambia.
National Drug Policiy and Supply Chain Strategies
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English
Author(s):
Joyce Ugwu
Date Presented:
April 16, 2008
Location:
Abuja, Nigeria
This presentation is from the April 16-17, 2008 national workshop, sponsored by the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) and the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT, to develop a strategy for strengthening Nigeria’s health commodity supply chains.
Nigeria Health Supply Chain Strategic Workshop
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English
Author(s):
John Larkin
Date Presented:
April 16, 2008
Location:
Abuja, Nigeria
Summary of Nigeria health supply chain strategic planning workshop. This presentation is from the April 16-17, 2008 national workshop, sponsored by the Supply Chain Management System (SCMS) and the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT, to develop a strategy for strengthening Nigeria’s health commodity supply chains.
What is the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT?
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EnglishFrançaisEspañol
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2007
Fact sheet describing the project.
Performance Improvement Model
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date Presented:
March 24, 2008
Location:
Various
Graphic of a performance improvement model used by the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT.
Nigeria: HIV/AIDS Commodities Logistics System Design Workshop Proceedings—MARCH 10 to 13, 2008, Jos, Nigeria
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2008
The goal for this workshop was to involve system participants from all levels in the health management system in the design of a more integrated commodity management system, including the logistics management information system and related inventory control system which would provide for common management principles and guidelines, including re-supply, with differences only when the product-specific requirements so dictated.
Assessment and Monitoring: ARV Drug Supply Chains
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English
Author(s):
Peter Graaff, Richard Owens, Gary Bettger, Claudia Allers, Yasmin Chandani, Helena Walkowiak, Henk den Besten
Date Presented:
August 17, 2006
Location:
Toronto, Canada
From the Skills Building Workshop at the XVI International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2006) in Toronto, Canada, this presentation discusses the need for supply chain assessment and monitoring.
Process Mapping for Improved Health Logistics System Performance
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English
Author(s):
Barbara Felling, Greg Roche
Date Presented:
June 02, 2005
Location:
Global Health Council Annual Conference
This presentation explains how and why process mapping is used; explains process mapping within the context of logistics systems re-engineering; and describes the workflow data collection, charting, and analysis process.
Implementing Antiretroviral Therapy: Assessing Facility and Logistics System Readiness
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English
Author(s):
John Snow, Inc.
Date Presented:
September 24, 2003
Location:
ICASA
Describes why an assessment of facility and system readiness is important and explains the minimum requirements for an effective ART program. Also discusses the potential of the assessment tool for rapid assessment and provides
experiences from the field.
Process Mapping Example Graphic
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER
Date Presented:
May 02, 2003
Location:
Various
This diagram shows a small portion of the process map for the contraceptive supply chain of the Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana.
DELIVER Model for Supply Chain Systems Improvement
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER
Date Presented:
January 12, 2004
Location:
Various
This graphic shows the components of DELIVER's Performance Improvement Model from a "complete assessment" to "monitoring of interventions."
DELIVER: Final Project Report
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER
Date of Publication
2007
USAID funded the DELIVER project from 2000 through 2006. Implemented by John Snow Inc., the overarching aim of the project was to improve commodity security for health products in the public sector in developing countries.
Process Mapping for Improved Health Logistics System Performance
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER
Date of Publication
2005
This paper explains how and why process mapping is used; explains process mapping within the context of logistics systems re-engineering; and describes the workflow data collection, charting, and analysis process.
Learning Logistics by Doing It
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English
Author(s):
Family Planning Logistics Management (FPLM)
Date of Publication
2000
A detailed account of how FPLM trainers teach logistics to program managers from around the world by simulating a reproductive health supply chain in the classroom.
Nepal Braves Integration, and Comes Out Ahead: Update
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER
Date of Publication
2003
Explores Nepal's successful integration of eight public health logistics systems into one system.
Innovative Training Materials Help Senegal's Family Planning Efforts
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER
Date of Publication
2001
Explains the use of visual aids to teach logistics skills to storekeepers in Senegal.
How to Cut 100 Steps from Your Contraceptive Supply Chain
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER
Date of Publication
2003
Describes Ghana's use of process mapping as a tool for the improvement of supply chain efficiency.
Preservice Logistics Training in Bolivia
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER
Date of Publication
2004
Describes a national logistics curriculum that is now taught in all 39 public nursing programs in Bolivia.
Logistics Workbook: A Companion to the Logistics Handbook
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2009
This workbook is intended
to be used only in conjunction with The Logistics Handbook: A Practical Guide for Supply Chain Managers in Family Planning and Health Programs. The handbook presents technical information, case studies, and theoretical application for anyone working in supply management. It can also be a resource for logistics information. By completing the exercises in the workbook, you will reinforce concepts learned while reading the handbook. You can also try out ideas from the handbook.
Logistics Handbook: A Practical Guide for Supply Chain Managers in Family Planning and Health Programs
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EnglishFrançaisEspañol
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
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EnglishFrançaisEspañol
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.
Developing National Training Strategies in Family Planning Logistics: How Hard Can it Be?
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English
Author(s):
Walter Proper, Barbara Felling
Date of Publication
1993
This paper, originally presented at the 121st Meeting of the American Public Health Association in October 1993, continues to be popular for dissemination. It explains the different methods to train family planning personnel at all levels of the health care system in the area of contraceptive logistics. The paper illustrates training examples from cases around the world.
Alumni and Local Staff Questionnaire: Association of Public Health Supply Chain Professionals
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2007
The USAID | DELIVER PROJECT is interested in promoting the development of an
Association of Public Health Supply Chain Professionals. If you would like to
help us in this process, please complete this questionnaire and return it to
Ibnou
Diallo (idiallo@jsi.com).
Contraceptive Security Index 2006: A Tool for Priority Setting and Planning
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EnglishFrançaisEspañol
Author(s):
DELIVER and Task Order 1 of the USAID | Health Policy Initiative
Date of Publication
2006
The Contraceptive Security Index 2006 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.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Use of Information to Assess and Improve Logistics System Performance
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English
Author(s):
Erika Ronnow
Date of Publication
2005
This flyer and application describes a workshop to be held in Bangkok, Thailand in November 2005.
India: Final Country Report
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER project
Date of Publication
2007
In India, the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT worked in three states, namely Uttar Pradesh (UP), Uttaranchal, and Jharkhand, in northern India. However, many of the technical assistance activities during this report period were focused on UP and then on Uttaranchal.
Ghana: Final Country Report
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER Project
Date of Publication
2007
The USAID | DELIVER PROJECT has proposed and implemented numerous supply chain improvements (especially in procurement management, storage, and distribution) with the aim of fulfilling the USAID strategic objective of improved health status.
Bangladesh: Final Country Report
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English
Author(s):
DELIVER Project
Date of Publication
2007
This report documents the technical assistance provided by the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) in logistics management, procurement, contraceptive security, institutional strengthening, and local capacity building.
Mexico: Contraceptive Logistics System, Review of Accomplishments and Lessons Learned (NGO)
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English
Author(s):
Nora Quesada
Date of Publication
2000
This report describes the impact of the technical assistance in logistics provided by the FPLM project to two nongovernmental organizations in Mexico.
Ghana: Process Mapping. First Step to Reengineering the Health Supply Chain of the Public Sector System
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English
Author(s):
Scott Brumburgh, Sangeeta Raja
Date of Publication
2002
This report explains how process mapping can be used to assess supply chains and identify potential areas for improvement.
Ghana: Pharmaceutical Pricing Study, Policy Analysis and Recommendations
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English
Author(s):
David Sarley, Hany Abdallah, Raja Rao, Peter Gyimah, Joycelyn Azeez, Bertha Garshong
Date of Publication
2003
This report offers policy recommendations to address difficulties encountered by Ghana's public sector health commodity distribution system.
Task Order 1—Public Health: FY2007 Annual Report
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2008
The first USAID | DELIVER PROJECT Task Order 1 (TO1) annual report covers the period from October 2006 to September 2007. TO1 has been very effective and responsive in its first year of operation. The project continued field work in 21 countries, including 15 with field offices; provided D.C.-based support to USAID’s central contraceptive procurement system; established new core-funded teams; transitioned to a new management information system (MIS); and provided direct procurement services.
IQC Annual Report: October 2006 to September 2007
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2008
IQC Annual Report: October 2006 to September 2007.
Experiences from the Field: Strategies for Skills Transfer in Supply Chain Management for Developing Countries
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English
Author(s):
Kieran McGregor, Yasmin Chandani
Date of Publication
1999
This report recommends steps that should be taken to help developing country nationals institutionalize supply chain skills.
Mexico: Contraceptive Logistics System, Review of Accomplishments and Lessons Learned (DGSR)
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English
Author(s):
Nora Quesada, Sandhya Rao, Steve Kinzett
Date of Publication
2001
Documents a study of the logistics system of Mexico's General Directorate for Reproductive Health and the results of the Family Planning Logistics Management project technical assistance.
Task Order 1—Public Health: Semi-Annual Report, May 2007
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English
Author(s):
USAID | DELIVER PROJECT
Date of Publication
2007
The first USAID | DELIVER PROJECT semi-annual report covers both the Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) and Task Order 1 (TO1). Future semi-annual reports will be prepared separately for each task order, and will include a shorter summary for the IQC. This report covers October 2006 to March 2007 and is limited to TO1 activities, with the exception of some activities completed with DELIVER funding.
