Manuscript Number : SHISRRJ22582

A Mobile Technology-Driven Framework for Tracking Medicine Sales and Delivery in Fragmentated Supply Chain Networks

Authors(4) :-Michael Aduojo Amuta, Muridzo Muonde, Ashiata Yetunde Mustapha, Akachukwu Obianuju Mbata

The complexity of pharmaceutical supply chains in developing and emerging economies is exacerbated by fragmentation, logistical opacity, and inadequate technological infrastructure. These challenges contribute to inefficiencies, medicine shortages, counterfeit drugs, and financial losses. Mobile technologies, particularly smartphones, mobile apps, and SMS-based systems offer a promising avenue for transforming how medicines are tracked, sold, and delivered across these networks. This paper proposes a Mobile Technology-Driven Framework for Tracking Medicine Sales and Delivery (MTF-TMSD) within fragmented supply chains. Relying solely on comprehensive literature review, the paper explores technological, logistical, and policy dimensions shaping medicine distribution. It further synthesizes best practices and case studies to design a theoretical framework adaptable to low-resource environments. The MTF-TMSD aims to enhance visibility, ensure compliance, improve last-mile delivery accuracy, and build system resilience. This research provides a foundation for future empirical implementations and digital health policy innovation.

Authors and Affiliations

Michael Aduojo Amuta
Getz Pharma Nigeria Limited, Lagos, Nigeria
Muridzo Muonde
Africure Pharmaceuticals Namibia
Ashiata Yetunde Mustapha
Kwara State Ministry of Health, Nigeria
Akachukwu Obianuju Mbata
Kaybat Pharmacy and Stores, Benin, Nigeria

Mobile Tracking, Pharmaceutical Logistics, Supply Chain Visibility, Medicine Delivery, Healthcare ICT, Last-Mile Monitoring

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Published in : Volume 5 | Issue 6 | November-December 2022
Date of Publication : 2022-12-30
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Michael Aduojo Amuta, Muridzo Muonde, Ashiata Yetunde Mustapha, Akachukwu Obianuju Mbata, "A Mobile Technology-Driven Framework for Tracking Medicine Sales and Delivery in Fragmentated Supply Chain Networks", Shodhshauryam, International Scientific Refereed Research Journal (SHISRRJ), ISSN : 2581-6306, Volume 5, Issue 6, pp.216-235, November-December.2022
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