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but also supports higher-quality patient care, making efficient inventory management a critical factor for both operational effectiveness and improved healthcare delivery.

Figure 5: Correlation Between Inventory Costs & Patient Care Metrics 6. Feasibility Analysis and Solution Selection

During the brainstorming phase for the Smart Inventory Management System, several alternative solutions were generated to address key challenges in healthcare inventory management. The first option is Manual Inventory Management , which involves traditional methods, such as using spreadsheets or paper-based systems, to track inventory levels and place orders. While this method is cost-effective in the short term, it is labor-intensive and prone to human error (Balkhi et al., 2022). The second proposal is an Automated Inventory Management System , which suggests implementing an off-the-shelf software solution that integrates with existing healthcare information systems. These systems would automatically

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