E-DRUG: Procurement & Supply Management of Essential Laboratory Commodities
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Dear e-drug members,
i+solutions will organize a 5-day workshop on Procurement & Supply Management of Essential Laboratory Commodities in the Netherlands from 17 to 22 March 2013. The aim of the workshop is to apply the principles of supply chain management to the management of laboratory commodities in low and middle income countries. This course is mainly intended for two groups of people:
- Managers, healthcare workers, logisticians and supply chain management staff working for governmental or non-governmental organizations, private or public health facilities.
- Laboratory scientists working for governmental or non-governmental organizations, private or public health facilities who may be directly involved in supply chain management or logistics.
Introduction
Laboratory services are essential for successful management many diseases. The management of diseases requires availability of quality laboratory services that meet the need for diagnosis, monitoring and evaluation of treatment efficacy. To achieve this, a reliable and sustainable supply of essential laboratory supplies is required.
Objectives
At the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the major components of functional health systems and how these apply to laboratory service needs;
- Critically assess a supply chain and suggest logistical improvements;
- Develop detailed specifications for equipment, durables, consumables, reagents and devices;
- Produce a forecast for equipment and supplies;
- Understand the procurement process, evaluate and pre-approve suppliers;
- Comprehend aspects of inventory management that apply to laboratory commodities;
- Recommend the appropriate storage conditions for laboratory commodities;
- Apply appropriate and measurable indicators to assess the quality and efficacy of laboratory commodity supply chains.
Covered Topics
The course is highly participatory, the interchange of skills and experience among course members is essential for training activities and learning. The course contains presentations, discussions, exercises, and case studies. The major topics include:
Laboratory Service Needs;
Supply Chain Management;
Laboratory Commodity Selection;
Forecasting and Quantification;
Procurement;
Inventory and Warehouse Management;
Storage and Distribution;
Monitoring and Evaluation;
Requirements
At least 2 year work experiences in Central and Regional level of PSM;
At least 3 year direct work experience in laboratory commodities management;
Strong English language skill is necessary.
Course Fee
Before 20 January 2013: 2.600 euro
After 20 January 2013: 2.800 euro
Registration Deadline: 17 February 2013.
To request for an application form, please contact i+solutions at training@iplussolutions.org<mailto:training@iplussolutions.org?subject=Course%20Inquiry_MIS>
More information on the course is at http://www.iplussolutions.org/index.php?id=49&language=EN
More i+solutions training course in 2013 can be found at http://www.iplussolutions.org/index.php?id=41&language=EN
Kun-Chieh Wu
Training & Consultancy Coordinator
i+solutions
Email: training@iplussolutions.org<mailto:training@iplussolutions.org>
Web: www.iplussolutions.org<http://www.iplussolutions.org/>