LLIN Distribution Systems Toolkit
These tools present opportunities for streamlining LLIN distribution by decentralizing the delivery process. Many steps are involved and they are explained in the tools. Some comparative experiences are illustrated. Benefits include reduced costs, reduced time to availability of the LLINs, and the potential for increased ownership of the process at peripheral levels, thereby paving the way for sustained control measures.
Download:
Strengthening systems for distributing insecticide-treated mosquito nets in Zambia
in English,
in French
Optimized insecticide-treated net (ITN) distribution solutions for scaling up malaria control
in English,
in French
- Tool Designer Organization:
- RBM Partnership
- Contacts:
- Paul Libiszowski, MACEPA
Summary of main features
- Purpose
- Share lessons learned in decentralized distribution of LLINS.
- Scope of interventions
- Systems for making available LLINS at the district level and below.
- Limitations
- These tools may apply to a limited number of countries, and geographic situations and may apply in their entirety or partially.
- Output
- Lower distribution costs, faster delivery times, and decentralized control of the LLIN distribution process.
- Time-frame
- This tool applies to mass distribution of LLINs shipped from the exterior of a country for delivery to lower points in the supply chain within the country. This process normally occurs during a period of approximately 4 months from procurement to delivery but may take from 2 to 6 months.
- Potential users
- National malaria control programmes and partners involved in procuring, importing and distributing LLINs.
- Skills required
- Logistics, Community mobilization
- Type of software
- Adobe PDF
- User manual available
- The tools represent documentation of lessons learned for an approach to mass distribution of LLINs. Together they provide the information needed to implement a similar approach.
- Type and length of training required
- Preparation and consultation for period of one month prior to implementation is recommended.
- Available languages
- English/French
- Country applications
- Zambia
- Last update and version
- March 2009