Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare Supply Chain Functionality
Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare Supply Chain Functionality
Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare Supply Chain – Warehouse Management Software Functionality
Critical storage, movement supply of potential life or death medical product lines
Pharmaceuticals, Life Sciences and Healthcare warehouse operators and their respective supply chains face the usual business-critical challenges of product supply, storage and movement but with the addition the products they handle can be a matter of life and death. Whether these be prescription drugs, vaccines or medical equipment these businesses need to rely on robust and optimised operations at all times.
Faking it! “It is probable that the market for counterfeit pharmaceuticals is worth $400 billion a year and the World Health Organisation estimates that up to one million people die annually from counterfeit drugs. Operators who are called upon to transport, store and deliver such vital supplies therefore must be super vigilant in guarding against loss through theft and the infiltration of fakes into the supply chain.”
Mike Yarwood, managing director of loss prevention at TT Club
Article: Vaccine supply chains at risk of theft and counterfeiting (Supply Management)
Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare supply chain challenges:
- Counterfeiting – made easier via online sales channels (see below)
- Live stock traceability & accuracy
- Control of damaged stock
- Real-time temperature control for production, storage & transport
- Managing a continuous JIT supply chain
- Fast shipping times
- Stringent labelling requirements
- Strict regulations & legislative compliance
- Pricing competition
- Seasonable forecasting & planning
- Systems integration connecting partners, customers & suppliers
- Lack of actionable business intelligence & analytics data
- Supplier drug shortages
- Sustainability
According to the European Union Intellectual Property Office, (EUIPO) fake drugs cost the EU €16.5bn. “Counterfeiting of products is a growing problem, intensified by the rise of online commerce. The need to ensure a safe and genuine product has led to a number of companies re-evaluating supply chain processes to prove e-pedigree.”
David Pierpoint, Managing Director UK Life Sciences & Healthcare, DHL Supply Chain
Article: Making waves: The challenges of pharma logistics (European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer)
Managing a fast-moving supply chain demanding robust regulatory compliance and avoiding counterfeit goods is perhaps the most business-critical element in the successful running of a Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare business. And, what with the Covid situation, these challenges are only likely to increase and become ever more demanding.
WMS Warehouse Management Software
We optimise operational functionality for SME to blue-chip global businesses. Our In-DEX WMS and AWARDS-BA3 ERP Distribution and Warehouse Management Software technology is fast and configurable to exacting end-user requirements. Options include paper-based, mobile RF-based, voice-driven and RFID-enabled technologies and more.
These offer feature-rich functionality with modular options for affordability with business growth in mind. This includes web front-end accessibility, actionable Business Intelligence & Analytics functionality, Load Bay Management, Integrated Document Imaging & Scanning, Wireless Image Capture and more.
Warehouse Management Software for Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare – WMS & ERP deliverables
Optimising Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare warehouse supply chain businesses:
- Real-time stock visibility
- Live order tracking
- Optimised automated workflows
- Live stock control & picking for accurate order picking
- Optimised returns process
- RF scanning technology
- Voice-enabled operator technology
- Stock storage & movement efficiencies
- Receiving & putaway
- Business Intelligence & Analytics
WMS Warehouse Management Software Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare Case Studies
We’re used to helping Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare and Life Science supply chain operators that rely on technology for success. Read some of our Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare Customer Case Studies below to learn about how we’ve helped make operational improvements resulting in robust optimised stock management and control processes, reduced OpEx and increased revenue.
GORDONS CHEMISTS: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Retail
MERIT PHARMACEUTICALS – Pharmaceuticals Wholesale
STAFFORD LYNCH – Pharmaceuticals, Wholesale & Distribution & FMCG
WELL PHARMACY: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Products Retailer
WHOLEFOODS: Healthcare Products Wholesale & Distribution
Our customers include the largest Pharmaceutical Distributor in Ireland and many of the largest independent Pharmaceutical Distributors in the UK. Others span industries such as Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, Dental, Personal Care, Veterinary, Food & Drinks and Building Supplies.
These businesses rely on our robust and modular In-DEX WMS and AWARDS-BA3 ERP Distribution and Warehouse Management Software to run efficient and optimised operations and they enjoy direct access to an unparalled industry and technology expert team with over 28 years’ cross-industry sector experience.
