Supply Chain Services

Provision of end-to-end global asset management to meet UN sourcing demands faster, save costs, and increase rapid response to support operations and emergencies worldwide.

Services include full maintenance packages, a range of equipment-specific technical solutions and training. This is also the foundation of the 3R (Return-Refurbish-Reuse) Programme, which returns high value, underutilized assets to UNGSC for refurbishment and reuse in other locations, saving costs and the environment.

Prompt, on-demand deployment of subject matter experts from UNGSC’s experienced, flagship Mission Support Teams, to help clients adapt to surges in operational requirements, or provide targeted specialist skills, anytime, anywhere, for periods ranging from a few days up to three months. 

Operation, maintenance, upgrade, and disposal of assets in a cost-effective manner, including management of five UN inventories valued over US$ 200 million in 17 warehouses with 100% accuracy.

A one-stop-shop that leverages UNGSC's extensive experience to align purchases with budget constraints, consolidate related requests, ensure transparency, manage spending, support planning and forecasting, fulfill needs, and manage vendors. 

Building technical capacity and crosscutting skills through the design, development and delivery of training across the full range of supply chain operational areas to enable clients to integrate best practices and operate with independence and confidence.

A key pillar of the UN’s support to operations worldwide, engineering services are also at the heart of the Solution Factory – a flagship initiative to advance innovation and ensure fit-for-purpose solutions for clients.

Focused on mainstreaming environmental management into any operation, services optimize resource use and provide expert guidance to mitigate risk, reduce fossil fuel consumption, and facilitate the transition to renewable energy. In addition to improving operational performance and efficiency, benefits include advancing a circular supply chain and leaving a positive legacy in host communities.

Outcome-oriented performance management through enhanced data collection, analysis, and visibility.

Provision of assistance and guidance in remote property verification through the planning and implementation of UMOJA transactions, coordination of write off actions, and input of required financial information. This is a service that has made a difference for Resident Coordinator Offices worldwide.