Simalarities and differences between consumer beverages and medicine supply chains

There is increased interest in the similarities and differences between consumer beverages (e.g. Coca-Cola) and medicine supply chains. There are are number of initiatives under way, specifically from a Public Private Partnership perspective. There is a lot to learn from the Coca-Cola system. However,  it is also important to take into consideration some of the [...]

The Last Mile of Logistics

I recently spent some time in Tanzania looking at the “last mile” of logistics of medical supplies in the country. The project focused on assessing the challenges with reaching health clinics and dispensaries, particular in rural areas.  Below are some issues to consider when drafting your “last mile” strategy: Territory and road infrastructure – Gain [...]

The Zambian logistics pilot project (I)

The World Bank, The UK Department for International Development, and USAID recently released the results of a logistics pilot project in Zambia, in which the availability of various medical supplies was improved. This is the first of a three-part series in which I talk with two of the team members and finish with some personal [...]

Better drug supply chains keep thousands more children alive

Zambia Study Shows Stronger Supply Chains for Key Drugs can Reduce Child Mortality from World Bank on Vimeo.