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Transforming supply chains to fight HIV: PFSCM’s impact
December 1st marks the annual celebration of World AIDS Day, a day to reflect on the progress made in the fight against HIV/AIDS. In countries where the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria invests, AIDS-related deaths have fallen by 72% since 2002,...
PFSCM is leading the charge against antimicrobial resistance with its comprehensive supply chain solutions
By Tim Meehan I November 2023 Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health crisis that affects people of all ages and backgrounds. AMR is caused by the inappropriate use of antibiotics and other antimicrobial drugs, which leads to the development of...
Improving access to diagnostics, surveillance and treatment products in the fight against Antimicrobial Resistance
In the ever-evolving landscape of global health, some challenges emerge that demand not just attention but action. One such challenge is Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), a global crisis that threatens the very core of our healthcare systems. At the Partnership for...
Managing health supply chain risks for the successful implementation of genomic surveillance using NGS
PFSCM has extensive experience in effective supply chain management of genomic surveillance and NGS equipment. PFSCM compiled a list of some NGS products on offer through PFSCM and summarized some key considerations for procuring and taking receipt of NGS equipment.
Choosing the right medical waste treatment technology
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...
Health supply chains in the fight to end malaria
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...
Engaging stakeholders to drive supply chain efficiencies through Load Optimization initiatives
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...
World TB Day 2023: PSA perspectives to #endTB
As a procurement services agent (PSA), ) supports donors with supply chain-, procurement- and health logistics services to reduce the burdens of epidemics like HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis (TB) in low- and middle-income countries. Effective supply chain services are...
Using data loggers and data collaboratively to drive positive change in global health supply chains
by Marloes Dijkema-Boyd, PFSCM Digital Media Specialist at PFSCM based in the Netherlands. Data and analytics in global health play a critical role in increasing efficiencies and improving sustainability while mitigating risk. Through the use of data, organizations...
Leveraging data and digitization to overcome health supply chain disruptions
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...
World AIDS Day 2021: The fight to end HIV and AIDS continues….
Health supply chains play an integral role in improving access to critical HIV and other health commodities. Improving the efficiency of these supply chains is an important action in the fight to end HIV and AIDS. Despite HIV being reported as one of the major...
The importance of quality risk management in global health supply chains
By Manusika Rai, PFSCM Product Quality Assurance Manager based in the Netherlands. What is the probability of risks occurring in the supply chain? How can we detect these supply chains risks? What are the consequences of these risks? These are just some of the...
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