by PFSCM | Jun 19, 2026 | Procurement
Introduction Traditional procurement models often treat products and services as separate components. Instruments may be purchased independently from reagents. Maintenance contracts may span multiple agreements. Logistics, connectivity, software licensing, training,...
by Sinette Goosen | Jun 12, 2026 | Pandemic preparedness
Introduction When an infectious disease outbreak occurs, an effective response depends on a combination of strong health systems, trained healthcare workers, well-equipped facilities, robust surveillance and laboratory networks, and reliable access to medical products...
by PFSCM | Mar 23, 2026 | Logistics, Procurement, Sourcing
Each year, tuberculosis (TB) continues to infect millions of people worldwide. Yet one of the biggest challenges in controlling the disease is not treatment — it is timely diagnosis. Globally, millions of people with TB are never diagnosed or reported to national...
by PFSCM | Mar 23, 2026 | Logistics, Procurement, Sourcing
Faster and more accurate tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis can mean earlier treatment initiation, reduced transmission, and stronger national response capacity. In high-burden settings where access to diagnostics remains limited, delays in diagnosis can also contribute to...
by PFSCM | Mar 23, 2026 | Digital Supply Chain Solutions, Logistics, Procurement, Sourcing
The theme of World TB Day 2026 — “Yes! We Can End TB! Led by Countries. Powered by People.” reflects a global commitment to accelerate progress toward ending tuberculosis (TB). Many countries are working to expand TB screening programs, strengthen...
