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This terminology was sourced from https://docs.google.com/document/d/12p_kg_f3p_xyPXwW8HD6SFnYz5MWFG7peGu1AUs58N8/edit This terminology has been cross-checked with the APICS dictionary, and our intention is to stay aligned with APICS terminology for industry standard supply chain terms. |
Introduction
The terminology found in this document is put forth with the intention to simplify and build useful community consensus when discussing products, and how those products are identified, in global health supply chains. Global health supply chains appear to be in the process of adopting more standardized supply chain terminology in addition to a rich history of legacy terminology, that’s been in use in practice for sometime across various locations and organizations. This document will attempt to best capture, define and differentiate the most common and useful of these terms as is practical. This should be considered a living document with revisions made as needed.
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