Transforming supply chain performance

To increase local capacity and ensure supply chain sustainability, SCMS shares our skills, tools and knowledge through customized, hands-on technical assistance. We offer support throughout the supply chain, from planning demand to local delivery, for a range of stakeholders including host governments and ministries of health, nongovernmental organizations, faith-based providers and the private sector.

• Demand Planning

  Develop long-term forecasts to determine what medicines and products are needed, how much, when and who will purchase them.  Access Technical Brief.

• Procurement

  Conduct effective purchasing through a transparent, competitive and fair process to ensure a reliable supply of quality medicines and health products. Access Technical Brief.

• Freight Forwarding

  Ship products using the most appropriate method and clear customs without delay.  Access SCMS In Brief

• Warehousing and Inventory Management

  Safely and securely store products according to best practices and facilitate an efficient ordering process from health facilities. Access Technical Brief.

• Delivery

  Ensure medicines and supplies reach their destination in good condition so they are available to patients. Access Technical Brief.

• Logistics Management Information Systems

  Improve systems for inventory management, tracking consumption data and reordering products.

• Quality Assurance

  Strengthen quality assurance systems to ensure a controlled process and high-quality medicines and supplies. Access In Brief and Access Technical Brief.