TY  - EJOU
AU  - 
T1  - Exploring the Dimensions Using Exploratory Factor Analysis of Disruptive Factors and Inventory Control
T2  - The Economics and Finance Letters

PY  - 2020
VL  - 7
IS  - 2
SN  - 2312-430X

AB  - Healthcare industry is directly linked with human lives and face plaguing problems. Therefore, healthcare facilities minimize risks associated with deficiency of medicines or equipment. This study was carried out to find the dimensions of disruptive factors affecting inventory control at public healthcare facilities. From different healthcare facilities of District Sahiwal and Pakpattan 100 respondents were selected by utilizing random sampling. Then, Exploratory Factor Analysis was done in accordance to congregate the study objectives with a structured questionnaire. The results of this study determined two dimensions for each construct. Lastly, a test of reliability was conducted to find the acceptance level. This study broadens the scope of inventory control to healthcare. However, the study was geographically limited and thus, should be extended to other regions as well. Further, for sustainable performance, the study results should act as an enlightening figure for government and especially the healthcare facilitators in the identification of problems.
KW  - EFA
KW  - Factor analysis
KW  - Information technology
KW  - Staff skills
KW  - Procedures
KW  - Inventory accuracy
KW  - Stock out
KW  - Inventory management
KW  - Healthcare management
KW  - Public healthcare.
DO  - 10.18488/journal.29.2020.72.247.254