Gavi 6.0 Immunisation Supply Chain Strategy (2026–2030) marks a pivotal evolution in how the Alliance supports countries to deliver life-saving vaccines equitably, efficiently, and sustainably. Building on the foundations of Gavi 5.0, this new strategy responds to persistent challenges and emerging priorities with a bold, integrated vision.
This page provides a list of resources on the Strategy and is organised into the following sections:
- About the Strategy
- Core Strategy resources
- Resources for Strategic planning, governance, and financing
- Resources for Data visibility and use
- Resources for Fundamental infrastructure use and management
- Resources for Supply chain optimisation
- Resources for Workforce development
About the Strategy
Five key strategic shifts define the new approach:
- Tailored interventions that meet countries where they are in their supply chain journey
- Innovation integration across investment priorities
- Holistic programming model aligned with broader health systems
- Stronger partnerships for harmonised action and joint investment
- Enhanced monitoring and learning through platforms like Thrive360
At its core, iCS Strategy 6.0 aims to establish strong and resilient health supply chains that guarantee the timely availability of potent vaccines to every individual, regardless of location. This vision is underpinned by a comprehensive Theory of Change, which outlines the logical sequence of actions and enabling conditions required to overcome systemic barriers and achieve long-term impact goals.
For supply chain professionals, this strategy offers a robust framework for collaboration, innovation, and impact. It invites stakeholders to co-create solutions, leverage data for strategic decisions, and build resilient systems that serve communities across the life course.
Gavi’s Strategy 6.0 is not just a roadmap - It’s a call to action. Whether you're working in digital health, logistics, policy, or frontline delivery, your expertise is vital in shaping the future of immunisation supply chains.
Core strategy resources
| Title | Author | Year | Type | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavi 6.0 immunization Supply Chain (iSC) strategy Theory of Change | Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance | 2026 | Poster/infographic | English, French |
| Gavi 6.0 immunization Supply Chain (iSC) strategy slides | Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance | 2026 | Presentation | English |
| Gavi 6.0 immunization Supply Chain (iSC) strategy paper | Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance | 2026 | Guidance | English |
| Unpacking the Gavi 6.0 Immunisation Supply Chain Strategy and How to Apply It - Presentation slides | Ian MacTavish, Johnnie Amenyah, Jalia Nanfuka, Janamarie Perroud, Michelle Seidel, Olamide Folorunso, Laila Akhlaghi, Anahitta Shirzad | 2026 | Presentation | English |
Resources for Strategic planning, governance, and financing
Empower countries to lead and finance integrated supply chain strategies within PHC, aligned with the Lusaka Agenda and national health plans.
| Title | Author | Year | Type | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strengthening National Logistics Working Group: Guidance document for strengthening immunization supply chain governance and leadership | UNICEF | 2025 | Guidance | English, Arabic, French, Russian, Spanish |
| Generic TORs & Templates- Immunization Programme's National Logistics Working Groups (NLWGs) | UNICEF | 2025 | Guidance | English, French, Russian, Spanish |
| Diagnosing supply chain maturity: Supply chain compass tool helps three countries | JSI | 2015 | Report | English |
| How to Develop a Continuous Improvement Plan (cIP) | UNICEF, World Health Organization (WHO) | 2018 | Guidance | Arabic, English, French |
| Vaccine wastage in Ghana, Mozambique, and Pakistan: An assessment of wastage rates for four vaccines and the context, causes, drivers, and knowledge, attitudes and practices for vaccine wastage | Mercy Mvundura, Junice Ng, Katie Reynolds, Yee Theng Ng, John Bawa, Miguel Bambo, George Bonsu, Jenny Payne, Jonathan Chua, Julia Guerette, Kwadwo Odei Antwi-Agyei, Sousa Ribe, Delma Chinavane, Kingsley Arhin-Wiredu, Akram Shah, Jesuina Sitoe, Soofia Yunus, Jocelyn Powelson, Kwame Amponsa-Achiano, Kelobo Eshioramhe Kojak, Joanie Robertson | 2023 | Case study | English |
| Useful resources on EVM | World Health Organization (WHO) | 2025 | Guidance | English |
| Managing change: Integrating vaccine and medicine supply chains | VillageReach | 2020 | Case study | English |
| Total Cost of Ownership Tool for Cold Chain Equipment | PATH | 2016 | Tool | English |
Resources for Data visibility and use
Deploy interoperable digital systems for real-time visibility, analytics, and evidence-based decision-making across all supply chain levels.
| Title | Author | Year | Type | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaccine Forecast Documentation Template | JSI | 2024 | Tool | English |
| Anyland Country Supply Outlook | JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc, PATH, inSupply Health, Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), Guidehouse, VillageReach, JSH | 2022 | Tool | English |
| Mozambique Case Study: Maturing the Annual Forecasting Process | JSI | 2024 | Case study | English |
| Guidance for Supply Status Review Meetings | JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc, VillageReach, Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), inSupply Health | 2025 | Guidance | English, French, Portuguese |
| Guidance for documenting supply status review results for action | JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc | 2025 | Guidance | English, French, Portuguese |
| Cold Chain Temperature Data Job Aid | JSI, PATH, VillageReach, New Horizons | 2025 | Guidance | English |
Resources for Fundamental infrastructure use and management
Maintain efficient, quality storage, transport, and vaccine disposal. Expand HFSE to reach zero-dose populations, strengthen warehousing and maintenance, and use data to monitor performance and guide action.
Resources for Supply chain optimisation
Redesign supply chains for efficiency and equity through smart integration, last-mile innovations, and private sector partnerships.
| Title | Author | Year | Type | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last Mile Distribution: CHAI’s Experience and Learnings (2019-2022) | Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) | 2024 | Report | English |
| Route Optimization Tool (RoOT) for distribution of vaccines and health products | VillageReach, Zelda B. Zabinsky, Mariam Zameer, Larissa P. G. Petroianu, Mamiza M. Muteia, Aida L. Coelho | 2021 | Tool | English |
| Optimized supply chain model reduces health system costs in DRC. | VillageReach | 2021 | Case study | English |
| Health Product Integration: A Critical Enabler for Outsourcing Transport | VillageReach | 2021 | Case study | English |
| Increasing Local Private Sector Engagement in LMIC Public Health Systems | VillageReach | 2024 | Guidance | English |
Resources for Workforce development
Build a skilled, accountable supply chain workforce through national HR strategies, digital training, and structured supervision and mentoring.
| Title | Author | Year | Type | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Understanding Gender Imbalance in the Public Health Supply Chain Workforce: Research Findings and Recommendations | VillageReach | 2024 | Report | English |
| The Critical Role of Health Supply Workforce in Driving Immunization and Health Outcomes - Presentation slides | Bill Keough, Michael Egharevba, Mwenge Mwanamwenge, Dominique Zwinkels | 2022 | Presentation | English |
| Using the EVM assessment tool to build ISC capacity at national and subnational levels - Presentation slides | Dan Brigden, Srihari Dutta, Olamide Folorunso | 2023 | Presentation | English |
| Lessons Learned in locally-driven supply chain capacity development and learning - Presentation slides | Tiana Ravelonarivo, Rebecca Alban | 2022 | Presentation | English |