Lozano-Díez, José AntonioJosé AntonioLozano-DíezMarmolejo Saucedo, José AntonioJosé AntonioMarmolejo SaucedoRodríguez Aguilar, RománRománRodríguez Aguilar2022-10-242022-10-242020Lozano Díez, J. A., Marmolejo Saucedo, J. A. y Rodríguez Aguilar, R. (2020). Designing a resilient supply chain : an approach to reduce drug shortages in epidemic outbreaks. EAI Endorsed Transactions on Pervasive Health and Technology, 6 (21). DOI: 10.4108/eai.13-7-2018.164260https://scripta.up.edu.mx/handle/20.500.12552/175310.4108/eai.13-7-2018.164260Introduction: Supply network design is a long-studied topic that has evolved to address disruptive situations. The risk of supply chain disruption leads to the development of resilient supply chains that are capable of reacting effectively. Objectives: In the context of public health, drug supply networks face shortage challenges in many situations, such as current epidemic outbreaks such as COVID-19. Drug shortages can occur due to manufacturing problems, lack of infrastructure, and immediate reaction mechanisms. Methods: The case study is solved with anyLogistix optimization and simulation software. RESULTS: We present the results of a hypothetical study on the impact of COVID-19 on a regional supply network. The results of this research are intended to be the basis for the design of resilient supply chains in epidemic outbreaks. Conclusión: Drug providers should consider strategies to prevent or reduce the impact of shortages as well as disruption spreads. ©2020 José Antonio Lozano Díez, José Antonio Marmolejo Saucedo & Roman Rodríguez Aguilar, licensed to European Alliance for Innovation.COVID-19Drug shortagesDynamic simulationEpidemic outbreaksResilient supply chainSupply chain designResource Types::text::journal::journal article