Example supply chain

Manufacture

IDE works with local small and medium enterprises to manufacture simple water technologies, such as this treadle pump.

Dealers order the treadle pumps which the Distribution Manager aims to despatch within three days.

The finished treadle pumps are despatched direct to local dealers.

Treadle pumps are promoted in rural villages and fairs using posters and demonstrations.

IDE staff demonstrate the treadle pump to smallholder farmers.

The treadle pumps are sold by local dealers at an affordable price which most farmers are able to repay within a growing season.

The treadle pump saves labour and enables users to cultivate larger areas of crops all year round.

Farmers sell their surplus crops in local markets. Using a treadle pump helps them to double their household income.