Raipur: Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSCL) is successfully implementing a GPS based tracking system for medication deliverygetting better supply chain efficiency. The system allows real time monitoring and tracking shipments from warehouses to health establishments. CGMSCL highlights transparency and security in deliveries, highlighting the commitment of exceptional servicereliability and transparency.
Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited (CGMSCL) is responsible for procuring and distributing quality tested medicines and medical equipment to government healthcare facilities, with an aim to improve the health of the people of Chhattisgarh. CGMSCL has taken a major step to improve its supply chain by implementing a GPS-based tracking system for drug delivery.
CGMSCL supplies life-saving medicines and essential consumables to over 1,300 healthcare facilities. These include primary health centers (PHCs), community health centers (CHCs), district hospitals (DHs) and medical teaching hospitals. The distribution network is supported by 16 strategically located warehouses covering all 33 districts of the state. A total of 44 vehicles used for drug distribution are GPS-enabled and can now be monitored online.
Nickson, the store manager at CHC, Berla in Bemetra, shared that he previously had to contact the warehouse manager in Kabirdham to verify the shipment of his indented items. He now receives mobile alerts as soon as merchandise leaves the warehouse. This information allows you to track the delivery vehicle on a map without needing to contact the warehouse or driver. He logs into the newly launched app to monitor the movement of the vehicle, view the number of items being delivered and estimate the delivery time, allowing him to plan and prepare accordingly.
Deepak Lanjhee, deputy manager of Kabirdham medicine depot, added: “Necessary action can be taken if there is an undue stoppage or deviation in the route of the vehicle. Earlier you had to call the driver to check the location of the vehicle and the store in charge of verify deliveries this information is now available online.”
One of the key objectives of CGMSCL is to ensure that the right medicines are available at the right place and time. Over the years, CGMSCL has taken several initiatives to strengthen its supply chain. This includes improving its internal software, DPDMIS (Drug Procurement and Distribution Management Information Systems), increasing the efficiency of its warehouses and operating its own vehicles for medical supplies.
By using its own vehicles, CGMSCL avoids depending on private operators for dispatches, thus allowing greater convenient programming of deliveries. This approach also goes a long way in controlling operating costs. However, it was previously necessary to contact drivers directly to obtain the status of deliveries and the location of vehicles.
Warehouse managers had to rely on drivers for information on actual kilometers traveled and the time needed to complete deliveries. To overcome these challenges, the gps tracking system was deployed.
CGMSCL has mandated installation of GPS devices in all its delivery vehicles. The integration of GPS data with the DPDMIS application allows real-time tracking and monitoring of shipments from warehouses to health centers. This system allows you to track the exact location and estimate the approximate delivery time. Provides shipment details and allows management to take corrective action in case of delays, breakdowns or route deviations.
In Chhattisgarh, many health centers are located in remote, hilly or forested areas. To supply medicines to these facilities, CGMSCL vehicles have to traverse difficult terrain where mobile network coverage is poor or non-existent. Previously, estimating delivery times to such locations was a challenge due to limited communication with drivers. The new GPS system enables continuous tracking of delivery vehicles, even in areas with poor or no mobile network, allowing for easy estimation of delivery times.
“CGMSCL’s GPS-based vehicle tracking system is revolutionary as it brings transparency to the system and helps store managers, warehouse managers and top management with features like real-time tracking through CGMSCL’s easy-to-use tracking interface on website or mobile app, GPS tracking system provides accurate information. Estimated arrival times (ETA), allowing store managers to plan their schedules accordingly and be prepared for the arrival of their packages, and GPS tracking can provide proof of delivery by recording the exact time and location of delivery. This helps in maintaining transparency over the status of deliveries,” the CGMSCL CEO said.
He added: “The GPS tracking system improves delivery security by providing constant monitoring and alerts about any deviations from the planned route. By optimizing delivery routes and monitoring vehicle performance, it helps streamline operations and accelerate delivery. medication delivery. Allows us to analyze data and identify areas for improvement in delivery operations. Ultimately, it helps eliminate inefficiencies, streamline our operations and optimize costs. Urgent deliveries of life-saving medications and critically out-of-stock medications can be prioritized. and tracked effectively to reach the required location on site as soon as possible.”
