SIMs / SMART INVENTORY MANAGEMENT

Know what you have.
Know what you need.
Replenish before it becomes a problem.

SIMs helps hospitals reduce manual stock tracking, improve visibility, prevent shortages, reduce wastage and support smarter replenishment.

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HOSPITAL CONSUMABLES

Less manual tracking. More informed replenishment.

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See stock levels

Real-time inventory visibility helps teams understand what is available at the point of use.

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Anticipate what is needed

Predictive analytics and demand forecasting support replenishment decisions.

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Reduce avoidable waste

Better stock visibility helps teams manage shortages, excess inventory and wastage.

HOW SIMs WORKS

Digitising the last mile of the hospital supply chain.

  1. 01Capture stock data
  2. 02Analyse usage
  3. 03Forecast demand
  4. 04Support replenishment

Real-time data capture

Weight sensors and computer vision support stock tracking from storage to the point of use.

Predictive analytics & automation

Machine learning uses inventory and usage data to forecast demand. Automated notifications help teams respond to replenishment needs.

SIMS USER JOURNEY

See the hospital workflow.

Follow the movement of medical supplies from the warehouse to clinical stores and the patient bedside.

Illustrative workflow.
OPERATIONAL VALUE

Inventory information your materials team can act on.

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24/7 monitoring

Connected sensors provide continuous inventory visibility.

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Timely replenishment notifications

Support operational follow-up as inventory levels change.

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A scalable hospital workflow

Connect stock visibility with replenishment from central storage to clinical areas.

SIMs IN ACTION

See the workflow.

CONNECTED MATERIALS OPERATIONS

Connect warehouse execution with point-of-use visibility.

SmartWMS coordinates warehouse workflows before supplies reach clinical areas. SIMs supports visibility and replenishment at the point of use. Together, they can support a clearer view of inventory from central storage to clinical usage.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

More about SIMs.

What technologies power SIMS 2.0?

SIMs 2.0 is powered by a combination of AI, machine learning, and real-time analytics to make inventory management more intelligent and responsive. It continuously tracks inventory, analyzes usage patterns, and uses predictive modeling to forecast demand—helping you maintain optimal stock levels without the guesswork.

By turning real-time data into actionable insights, SIMs 2.0 enables more accurate demand forecasting, smarter replenishment decisions, and a more efficient, data-driven supply chain overall.

What are the features of SIMs 2.0?

SIMS 2.0 uses point-of-use data capture for instant and accurate usage tracking, while unique Stock Inventory Records (SIR) ensure complete traceability across the supply chain. In addition, its AI-powered demand forecasting and automated procurement help prevent shortages before they happen. Meanwhile, responsive stock balancing and buffer stock optimization maintain efficient supply levels.

With the support of ABC/VED management, SIMS 2.0 prioritizes vital and high-value items—streamlining both inventory management and logistics for better efficiency and control.

How does SIMs 2.0 forecast demand?

SIMS 2.0 uses advanced Machine Learning models for accurate demand forecasting. By combining analytics, historical usage data, and real-time supply information, it can anticipate demand more precisely.

As a result, SIMS 2.0 helps prevent stockouts, avoid overstocking, reduce costs, and ensure that critical supplies remain available when needed.

What are the benefits of SIMs 2.0?

SIMs 2.0 allows you to track supplies in real time with advanced inventory management technology, ensuring complete visibility from storage to point of use.

It uses automated replenishment and data-driven monitoring to prevent overstocking and shortages—reducing manual work and improving efficiency.

By minimizing waste, avoiding emergency purchases, streamlining procurement, and managing expiry dates to prevent losses from expired stock, SIMs 2.0 also helps to reduce costs and free up cash flow.

Beyond operations, SIMs 2.0 also assists in gaining accurate financial insights with precise inventory data that supports budgeting, KPIs, and end-to-end supply chain optimization—giving you the information you need to make more informed, strategic inventory decisions.

How do I get more information on SIMS 2.0?
HOSPITAL CASE STUDY

See the solutions in a hospital setting.

Discuss your inventory workflow.

Tell us how your team tracks consumables and manages replenishment.

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