Bwire Fredrick2026-04-292026-04-292023Bwire, F. (2023). Online Blood Bank Management System  Case Study: Mbale Regional Referal Hospital [Research Report]. Busitema University.https://bdears.busitema.ac.ug/handle/123456789/1790This report is a representation of the Blood Bank Management System (BBMS) with the case study of Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. The major aim of the project was to develop a blood bank management system which the Hospital can use to facilitate the smooth, efficient, and safe management of blood products and related processes. The Blood Bank Management System (BBMS) is a comprehensive software solution designed to address the challenges faced by blood banks in efficiently managing blood inventory, donor information management, Blood request and distribution, Search and reporting, User management and security, Notifications. In the context of healthcare, timely access to safe and compatible blood is critical for patient care. This project aims to enhance the overall blood bank operations by streamlining the processes involved in donation, storage, and distribution of blood units. The BBMS was developed using modern programming languages and web technologies, incorporating a user-friendly interface that facilitates seamless navigation and interaction. The system was developed using PHP for server-side scripting, HTML for designing data entry forms, other tools included CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, and MySQL for building the database management system. Key features of the system include donor registration, real-time blood inventory tracking, Blood request and distribution monitoring. The system's architecture ensures strong data management, enabling quick retrieval and analysis of crucial information. Expected results from the implementation of the BBMS include optimized blood inventory management, reduced wastage of blood, enhanced donor participation, and streamlined distribution workflows. These outcomes are anticipated to significantly improve patient care and overall public health outcomes. The simple user interface allows blood bank personnel to efficiently track blood units, match donor details, and manage distribution requests. The contributions of this project lie in the innovative approach to blood bank management, utilizing technology to address critical operational challenges. The BBMS holds the potential to revolutionize healthcare services by ensuring the availability of safe and compatible blood units, ultimately contributing to enhanced patient care and improved public health outcomes. The target audience for the Blood Bank Management System includes blood bank administrators, healthcare providers, donors, and recipients. The system caters to the diverse needs of these stakeholders, ensuring efficient blood bank operations and ultimately contributing to better healthcare delivery. Conclusively, the Blood Bank Management System project holds huge potential to transform blood bank operations, improve donor engagement, and enhance patient care. Its comprehensive scope, innovative methodology, and expected outcomes underscore its significance in addressing critical challenges faced by blood banks.en-US