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Scott: We have to develop a metadata package; metadata standards that countries are encouraged to implement in different program areas (TB, Malaria, etc.) and there is a request for WHO to develop one for supply chain. They are using workflow of where data is captured in DHIS2 at facility level and then that data can be analysed via DHIS2 dashboard. But the missing component is to push the data somewhere else to be able to do more supply chain specific functionalities (ERPs, etc.). Update Uptake can be quite fast once they get the package together and WHO approves it. Working George is leading an effort with WHO to collate their map the supply chain indicators they have.
Scope out functionality: this is where DHIS2 ends; this is where OpenLMIS begins; align metadata package
Roadmap in the next month or so to hire the LMIS Product Manager; responsible to develop roadmap for DHIS2 to support integration of another platform, like OpenLMIS, to have seamless perspective for end users. The LMIS Product Manager's job is to work through a roadmap for DHIS2 functionalities to support the known use cases and work with developers of other platforms like OpenLMIS on a seamless approach. They want to connect their DHIS2 team to the LMIS developer teams on a bilateral way to get the products lined up.
George’s organization is also mapping out a paper-less supply chain vision including using barcode scanners.
Next steps:
George to work through OpenLMIS to appreciate the feature set- we answer his questions
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