by Sinette Goosen | Jul 7, 2023 | Procurement, Supply chain
Genomic surveillance through next-generation sequencing (NGS) has become a critical tool in helping countries bolster their emergency and pandemic preparedness tools and protocols. NGS is a high-throughput methodology that enables rapid sequencing of the base pairs in...
by Marloes Dijkema-boyd | Jun 20, 2023 | Procurement, Quality assurance QA, Supply chain
Selecting the appropriate medical waste treatment technology is of utmost significance when it comes to ensuring the safety of patients, healthcare workers, and the environment. This blog post emphasizes the importance of making informed choices regarding the...
by Marloes Dijkema-boyd | Apr 24, 2023 | Freight and Logistics, Malaria, Procurement, Quality assurance QA, Supply chain
World Malaria Day, observed on April 25th every year, is a reminder of the ongoing fight against the deadly disease that claims many lives every year. Malaria is preventable and treatable, but it remains a significant public health issue, particularly in sub-Saharan...
by Sinette Goosen | Mar 31, 2023 | Freight and Logistics, Supply chain
Load Optimization saves costs and reduces the logistics carbon footprint. In 2021 and 2022, PFSCM engaged stakeholders to optimize 1,000 shipments resulting in $5 million in freight cost savings. 80% of products procured by PFSCM qualify for Load Optimization. As a...
by Sinette Goosen | Oct 3, 2022 | Supply chain
by Marloes Dijkema-Boyd, PFSCM Digital Media Specialist at PFSCM based in the Netherlands. Global health supply chains are fast-changing and highly interconnected. As they change, so do the needs of patients, service providers, and other stakeholders. Keeping up with...
by Sinette Goosen | Dec 1, 2019 | HIV, Procurement, Quality assurance QA, Supply chain
by Sinette Goosen, PFSCM Communications Officer based in the Netherlands. The Partnership for Supply Chain Management (PFSCM) was established to improve and strengthen supply chains and health systems to bring lifesaving HIV diagnostic, prevention, and treatment...