The Global Health Value Chain: Integrating Supply Chain Management and Social Entrepreneurship into Community Nursing

Abstract

In the post-pandemic era of 2026, the sustainability of community health initiatives is increasingly dependent on the convergence of clinical nursing and commercial logistics. This study explores the application of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Social Entrepreneurship frameworks within global nursing interventions. By analyzing community health as a "Service Value Chain," the research identifies how "last-mile" delivery inefficiencies impact both clinical outcomes and fiscal viability. Using a comparative analysis across three diverse geographic regions, this paper quantifies the "Cost of Fragmented Care" and proposes a management-led model for community nursing. Results indicate that integrating "Lean Logistics" into community health nursing reduces resource wastage by 28% and increases the "Social Return on Investment" (SROI). The findings suggest that for community health to remain viable in a fluctuating global economy, nursing professionals must adopt the roles of both clinical providers and strategic resource managers.