The Medicine of the Future Needs a Future Proof Supply Chain

Imagine a world where critical medications get delayed due to outdated logistics. A recent report by Pharma Logistics IQ highlights the dangers of export bans on medical supplies, emphasising the need for international cooperations. Disruptions are no longer a “what if,” but a “when.” This video dives deep into the future of supply chains, where gaps in medication access are filled and operational efficiencies are unlocked within the crucial world of pharmaceuticals.

Brett Marshall, Vice President of Quality & HSSE from Zuellig Pharma, Gaurav Bhatia, General Manager Supply Chain from Reliance Retail Pharma, Volker Cloos, Director Global Logistics and Supply Chain Asia from Eli Lilly and Company, and Tam C. Nguyen, Deputy Director of Research from St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, share their insights on:

• AI and machine learning are poised to revolutionise demand forecasting, ensuring life-saving drugs are readily available when and where they’re needed most, shifting from reactive to proactive planning!
• How breaking down silos between suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors can streamline process and minimise bottlenecks. Learn from an expert about how SNOP (Sales & Operational Planning) can be a critical backbone for this collaboration!
• Tighter collaboration between private companies and the public sector is needed – supports the capacity building of the healthcare industry whilst providing an uninterrupted supply of medicines to patients
• The unmatched product integrity that the pharmaceutical industry strives for – its superior need to ensure medicines are maintained and safe for consumption as the supply chain management of such products is much more risk-averse than others!
• A future-proofed pharma supply chain delivers critical medications during public health emergencies. We’ll hear from an expert about the integral role of pharma supply chains in disaster zones!
• The pharma industry can learn from faster-paced sectors like fashion. Discover how optimised logistics and compliance to stringent regulatory guidelines can enhance speed and efficiency in the world of pharmaceuticals.