Download Materials Management - Specialist Pharmacy Service

Materials Management
Definitions:
The process, which integrates the flow of supplies into,
through and out of the organisation.
The planning, organisation and control of all aspects of
inventory embracing procurement, warehousing, work in
progress and distribution of finished goods.
Purpose:
The balance between costs and performance (service level)
What costs should we consider when acquiring drugs or any
other goods or services?
How can these costs be controlled or reduced?
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A typical supply chain
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Pharmacy supply chain (therapeutic substitution)
Tender Evaluation Exercise
Evaluate the tenders and identify your preferred supplier.
Explain the reasons for your decisions.