This section brings together a range of useful policy elements, strategic guidance and tools relevant to help set up healthy Forecasting and Supply Planning (FSP) practice and policy environment conducive to a more agile, resilient, predictable and effective FSP system.

The section also outlines a recommended approach for strengthening FSP using the resources available in this IFSP Toolbox. 

TitleAuthorYearTypeLanguage
Strategies to Strengthen Country Vaccine Forecasting CapacityUNICEF2021GuidanceEnglish, French
Guidelines on Reporting and Renewal of Gavi supportGavi, the Vaccine Alliance2021GuidanceEnglish
Guidance Manual on Forecasting and Supply Planning for Vaccines and other Immunization SuppliesUNICEF2023GuidanceEnglish, French

Key takeaway
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Strengthen FSP systems through structured capacity-building, standardized procedures and approaches, and continuous learning to support the establishment of a robust predictable demand and supply system.

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Key publication
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For further details, consult the key publication for comprehensive practical approaches to strengthen national-level forecasting and supply planning (FSP) for vaccines and immunization supplies.

Guidance Manual on Forecasting and Supply Planning