Sourcing and distribution of pharmaceutical materials and products are critical activities in any integrated supply chain. In the pharmaceutical arena, this involves packaging materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients, excipients, and final products such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and combination products.
With the globalization of the pharmaceutical industry, various individuals and organizations from locations around the world are responsible for the handling, storage, and distribution of these products. Thus, it is critical to have adequate control over the entire supply chain—ranging from material procurement to manufacturing to delivery of a final product to the patient.
