inSupply Health

03/09/2025

At inSupply Health, we’re proud to see how SMArT (Strategic Resource Management Tool) is transforming supply chain management by saving time, improving efficiency, and strengthening resource allocation for health products.

This powerful quote comes from the ongoing moderated discussion on the The International Association of Public Health Logisticians platform.

👉🏾 Join the conversation and learn more about the SMArT tool here: https://community.iaphl.org/iaphl/join

01/09/2025

How are decisions about scarce health commodity budgets made in your country or organization, and what tools could make this process easier?

We’re excited to share that starting today, September 1, our moderated discussion on “Closing the Resource Gap with the Strategic Resource Management Tool (SMArT)” is now live on the
The International Association of Public Health Logisticians platform and will run through September 15!

Head over to the IAPHL platform to join the conversation and engage with colleagues from across the globe.

Not a member yet? Join the listserv here: https://community.iaphl.org/iaphl/join

📢 And don’t miss our upcoming webinar on September 18th, where we’ll dive even deeper into this important topic!

Public Health Supply Chain Professionals-IAPHL Cameroon IAPHL chapitre Sénégal

29/08/2025

Last week marked an important milestone in Uganda’s fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) with the launch of the National NTD PC Medicines Supply Chain Technical Working Group (SCM TWG). The inaugural meeting, convened through collaboration between the JSI led SCTSM and WHO, brought together diverse stakeholders to strengthen coordination and streamline the Joint Application Package (J*P) process for preventive chemotherapy (PC) donated medicines.

The discussions were both practical and forward-looking. Stakeholders agreed on the formation of a multi-stakeholder SCM TWG with clear terms of reference to oversee the J*P process and address wider supply chain challenges. The team also contextualized the “green light” process for PC medicines to the Ugandan setting, shared knowledge on customs clearance and regulatory requirements, and mapped out the next J*P preparation and submission plan. Importantly, the SCTSM committed to fully operationalize the SCM TWG, ensuring it evolves into a functional and sustainable platform.

This new TWG represents a crucial step towards advancing the WHO global NTD roadmap, which envisions adequate supply of affordable, quality-assured medicines for NTD control and elimination by 2030.

We extend our appreciation to all the partners and stakeholders who made this milestone possible, including Charles Katureebe, Dr. Alfred Mubangizi, Daniel Aguma, Ajulong, Julius Mwijukye, Namuchile.K, Hilda Kyarisiima, National Drug Authority, WHO, National Medical Stores, and Ministry of Health.

Gates Foundation World Health Organization African Region

29/08/2025

29/08/2025

Starting September 1, we’re teaming up with the The International Association of Public Health Logisticians (IAPHL) for a moderated discussion on “Closing the Resource Gap with the Strategic Resource Management Tool (SMArT).” This conversation will run online and culminate in a live webinar on September 18.

The dialogue will provide a unique opportunity to:
🟢Explore the challenges of resource allocation and prioritization.
🟢Learn how the SMArT tool is helping counties make fair, science-based decisions.
🟢Hear from experts and practitioners with real-world experience using SMArT.
🟢Contribute your perspectives to the conversation on scaling sustainable solutions.

The discussion will draw on expert insights, real-world experiences, and interactive dialogue to showcase how strategic tools like SMArT can strengthen decision-making and build more resilient health systems.

Save the date, join the discussion, learn and contribute to how we can advance sustainable and equitable resource management in public health.

28/08/2025

Today at the Health Procurement and Supply Chain Joint Learning Exchange Forum, it became clear that change is no longer a distant aspiration, it is unfolding in real time.

Counties like Isiolo, Murang’a, Nakuru, and Kakamega are demonstrating that when innovation is applied to financing, procurement, and data-driven planning, resilience in health supply chains is achievable.

From automation that tripled revenue in Murang’a, to structured procurement systems in Nakuru, to strategic resource management in Kakamega, and Improved budgetary allocations for HPT procurement in Isiolo these experiences show that sustainable systems don’t begin with big declarations. They begin with localized action.

As we’ve seen today, local action is the real driver of resilience. When counties lead the way, systems will grow stronger.

Gates Foundation The Ministry of Health Health Procurement Africa ThinkWell PS Kenya PATH Kenya Institute of Supplies Management Nakuru County Government - Official KAKAMEGA COUNTY Murang'a County Government

28/08/2025

Today, we had the pleasure of engaging Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga at the Health Procurement and Supply Chain Joint Learning Exchange Forum.

In his remarks, Dr. Oluga emphasized the need for a patriotic, professional, and practical approach to strengthening our health supply chains calling them a true “make or break” for frontline service delivery.

Some of his key reflections included:
1️⃣Engaging frontline health workers – Hospitals need better mechanisms to capture and communicate their actual needs. Capacity building, restructuring formulary committees (with 80% frontline representation), and more inclusive planning can make supply chains responsive and people-centered.
2️⃣Re-engineering supply chain logistics – Leveraging institutions like KEMSA as strategic partners while exploring innovative last-mile delivery models with partners to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
3️⃣Balancing innovation and cost – While technology improves outcomes, inappropriate application can drive up costs. Models like the National Equipment Service Program (NESP) offer lessons on sustainable financing for specialized equipment.
4️⃣Promoting local manufacturing – With only 23% of health products manufactured locally (and just 17% used locally), the country spends nearly 50% of health product costs on freight. Developing a roadmap for contract manufacturing and local production is vital for resilience, cost reduction, and value for money.

His reflections were a call to action for all partners to collaborate in re-engineering Kenya’s health supply chain to ensure sustainability, cost efficiency, and resilience for the future.

Gates Foundation The Ministry of Health, Health Procurement Africa ThinkWell PS Kenya PATH Kenya Institute of Supplies Management University of Nairobi Faculty of Science & Technology

28/08/2025

Today we are at the Health Procurement and Supply Chain Joint Learning Exchange Forum with the theme: ‘A Shift Towards Sustainability in Health Products and Technologies Supply Chain in Response to the Evolving Funding Environment.’

Today, we convene stakeholders from national and county levels who are coming together to share best practices, innovative solutions, and lessons learned to strengthen sustainable health supply chains. We look forward to insightful discussions on how the use of technology has enhanced forecasting and how the Strategic Resource Management Tool has enhanced resource allocation and prioritization of health products during procurement

Stay tuned for highlights throughout the day!

Gates Foundation The Ministry of Health Health Procurement Africa ThinkWell PS Kenya PATH

26/08/2025

Strong supply chains depend on more than just medicines, they depend on people, processes, and data put into action.

Through JSI led Supply Chain Technical Support Mechanism for NTD Medicines project, inSupply Health recently introduced the IMPACT Approach to the NTD program and NTD stakeholders from Arusha region. This focused on how NTD commodity management can be embedded within existing IMPACTT meetings at council and regional levels.

Our phased rollout begins with pre- and post-MDA meetings, where applying IMPACTT will strengthen decision-making and address gaps identified in post-MDA data reporting. To sustain this, the project will support follow-up meetings; both physical and virtual and introduce monthly stock-on-hand reporting through eLMIS to improve visibility of national commodity status across all levels, from MSD to health facilities.

Gates Foundation World Health Organization African Region

26/08/2025

🌍 Maternal health in Africa is a systemic challenge that demands urgent action.

Over 700 women die every day from pregnancy-related complications, a stark reminder of the gaps in healthcare access and delivery across the continent.

As Yasmin Chandani emphasizes, these deaths are not inevitable they reflect structural delays: in accessing care, reaching facilities, and receiving timely treatment.

The path forward is to implement gender-responsive health reforms, invest in maternal services and leadership, leverage digital solutions, and following the example of countries like Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Senegal, where political commitment and strategic investments have improved maternal health outcomes.

Read the full story here:

Mwaka 2023 pekee, wanawake 260,000 duniani,walipoteza maisha kutokana na matatizo ya kiafya wakati wakibeba mimba na wakati wa kujifungua.

22/08/2025

Calling all health workers!

Every step you take in learning is a step toward a stronger, more efficient health system.

In July 2025, over 1,600 health workers enrolled in our LMS micromodules, showing that digital learning is becoming a trusted tool strengthening health supply chain systems across Kenya and Tanzania.

But enrollment is just the beginning.

Completing these short, practical modules means gaining real, on-the-job skills from managing stockouts to improving data use and ensuring essential medicines reach patients on time.

Whether you’re in a dispensary, health center, or referral hospital, your participation matters. Let’s keep the momentum going by not only signing up but finishing strong.

We encourage all healthcare champions, both men and women, to take advantage of this opportunity.

Sign up now! brnw.ch/21wN7Vc Code: IN123456

20/08/2025

Happening Today at the Women in Data Summit 2025.

We’re excited to join Axmed in the conversation during the session:

“Leveraging Data to Address Barriers to Women’s Health Product Access”

This interactive panel will explore how data and digital platforms can:
✅ Highlight gaps in women’s access to quality health products
✅ Showcase opportunities for sustainable local and regional manufacturing
✅ Inform procurement policies and strengthen supply chains
✅ Drive equitable, data-driven decision-making in health systems

We’re proud to have our CEO, Yasmin Chandani, join the panel alongside other distinguished speakers, including Atieno Jalango from Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Simon Maina, Director and Founder of Njembuma Company Limited, as well as representatives from the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) and the Ministry of Health, Kenya.

🗓️ Wednesday, 20 August 2025 | 11:00 – 12:30