Hello everyone,  Is there an update guidance on vaccine management? If yes does anyone mind sharing the link, preferably of a french document.  If not, do you think the WHO 2015 handbook is technically enough or is there room for improvement ?  Grateful for the support !  &n...

On August 31, 2022, HLN released a new version (v1.36.1) of the Immunization Calculation Engine (ICE) in support of updates to the COVID-19 vaccine. ICE is a state-of-the-art open source software system that provides clinical decision support for immunizations for use in Immunization Information S...

For the last one year we have focused on developing a transactional eLMIS in DHIS2 platform, SoftLMIS. SoftLMIS, a custom web application, has been set to run on top of the DHIS2 platform to manage real-time stock of health commodities by batch# & expiry date, and allow day-to-day stock transact...

Dear colleagues, UNICEF, in collaboration with global partners, have recognized the need to validate the learning needs for supply chain workforce using People that Deliver (PtD) competency framework. This effort will allow stakeholders develop a roadmap to address human resource capacity needs thr...

A new COVID-19 Maternal Immunization Resource Library hosted by PATH is now available as a one-stop information hub linking to global and country-specific research, guidance, tools, publications, and other resources related to COVID-19 vaccines and pregnancy and/or breastfeeding. The tool is desig...

Good day I am a logistician by training with lots of field experience in cold chain but not a biomedical engineer or technician. We are working on developing a simple mobile app for health care facilities (not for district stores and higher level) for managning cold chain equipment. I am looking f...

On December 22, 2021, HLN released a new version (v1.33.1) of the Immunization Calculation Engine (ICE) in support of updates to the COVID-19 vaccine. ICE is a state-of-the-art open source software system that provides clinical decision support for immunizations for use in Immunization Information S...

The Boost Community is excited to announce the launch of: Through this new series, Boost will surface elements of real-time immunization activities or programs that demonstrate innovation or adaptability. "Sparks" will focus on unique or impactful solutions during pivotal moments that result...

UPDATE (5 MAY) This working copy of the document Considerations for optimizing deployment of ChAdOx1-S [recombinant] vaccines in a time-limited constrained supply situation (AstraZeneca/AZD1222-Vaxzevria, AstraZeneca/SK Bioscience and SII/Covishield vaccines) provides an overview of the scientific ...

Interested in knowing more on Vaccine Vial Monitors (VVM)? TechNet just released a new dedicated page for you to find all important resources and information on VVM in one place: https://www.technet-21.org/en/topics/vvm  The page is mainly designed for vaccinators and supply chain manage...

HLN Consulting has released a hosted solution to support vaccine providers with registration capabilities to comply with the CDC’s COVID-19 vaccination provider agreement requirements HLN Consulting has just released a critical application to help complete the CDC’s COVID-19 vaccination provider ag...

Dear colleagues, The updated e-course on National Logistics Working Group is now live on UNICEF AGORA!. Access course here:https://agora.unicef.org/course/info.php?id=12571 Several countries acknowledge the National Logistics Working Groups (NLWGs) as an effective in-country coordination mechanism...

The Boost Community invites all immunization professionals to respond to a recent Boost survey around how we can support countries to plan and prepare for the introduction of a COVID-19 vaccine. This survey is part of a Sabin co-led initiative (with Dalberg and JSI), the COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Pro...

Chers tous, Avec le soutien de Gavi, PATH et Village Reach ont récemment publié une nouvelle ressource pour la gestion de l'inventaire des équipements de la chaîne du froid (IECF), désormais en français :"Recommandations  pour l'inventaire des équipements de la chaîne du froid : Améliorer...

Hi TechNeters, UNICEF just published a new guideline on CCE inventory data management! This new document provides guidance on activities related to cold chaindocument provides guidance on activities related to cold chainequipment inventory (CCEI) data management to countries that deliver comprehen...

Webinar: New guidance for managing health care waste produced by your immunisation program August 20, 2020, 9:00 a.m. EST / 3:00 p.m. CEST (Geneva) REGISTER HERE:  https://who.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_os4B34RiR0mgeELADv7yTQ  Join Gavi and UNICEF for a webinar on health care waste ma...

You are invited! Online Workshop: Building Sustainable and Resilient National Immunization Supply Chains during COVID-19 and BeyondDate: August 13th, 2020 (English session) Time: 14:00 CET (13:00 GMT, 8:00 ET)Duration: 1 hr. 30 mins Register here:https://forms.gle/svLcx55DAb7tHXKv9 We will sh...

EPIEPI Atelier en ligne: Vers une chaine nationale d’approvisionnement des vaccins résiliente et pérenne durant la pandémie du COVID-19 et au-delà Date : 06 aout 2020 (version française) Heure 15:00 CET (14:00 WAT, 9:00 ET)Durée: 1 heure et 30 minutesEnregistrez-vous: https://forms.gle/svLcx55...

A business continuity plan (BCP) outlines how a programme or project will continue operating during an unplanned disruption in service. It contains contingencies for processes, assets, human resources and partners – every aspect of the programme that might be affected. The BCP for immunization suppl...

Dear Colleagues,    Digital Square is pleased to invite you to a webinar on Thursday, February 27 at 9AM Eastern U.S. time (see your timezone here: https://tinyurl.com/DSSWebinar ) to discuss the potential role of Decision Support Systems (DSS) in public health supply chains. Please regi...