HomeLogistics/DistributionLogistics/supply chainSerialization Playbook Fill out my online form. Supplier NewsUPS and UPS Foundation Focus on Equity and Economic EmpowermentAt the first-ever UPS Impact Summit, new efforts to support economic development and help improve lives in Atlanta, Ukraine, and developing nations in Africa were highlighted.RegulatoryFDA Holding Webinar on Animal Drug Manufacturing System eSubmitter ToolThe session will provide information about new enhancements to the system used to support the creation of electronic, secure submissions to the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine for review.Automation/RoboticsCybersecurity Roundup: Med Device, Packaging Ops, and Industrial ControlEssential businesses and connected devices are under increasing threats domestically and globally. Check out 9 recent articles.Logistics/supply chainParkourSC Expands Digital Supply Chain Operations PlatformIntelligent digital twins drive supply chain resilience and growth.Logistics/supply chainMoeco’s 5G-based Shipment Tracker Makes Supply Chains More SustainableEnd-to-end supply chain monitoring helps reduce spoiled goods, improves efficiency, and reduces CO2 impact.SponsoredTyvek Pouches Now Available: In Stock & Ready to ShipDo you need sterile barrier pouches quickly to help cover low inventory? Don't let standard lead times slow you down. Expedited shipping is available with our Stock Pouch Program. Place your order.Logistics/supply chain2022 GS1 Connect: Adapt in San Diego, CAExpand your professional network and gain new insights on supply chain excellence, June 7-9, 2022. Register by June 1.Logistics/supply chainHDA’s Pharmaceutical Cargo Security Coalition Honors Security LeadersAt its annual Educational Seminar, the Healthcare Distribution Alliance Pharmaceutical Cargo Security Coalition presented its 2022 PCSC Award to four outstanding supply chain security professionals.Logistics/supply chainQ&A on Earth Day: HDA’s Chip Davis Discusses Sector SustainabilityChallenges for sustainability within the healthcare supply chain and how HDA chooses to combat them.Sustainability9 Sustainability Initiatives in Healthcare Packaging: Earth Day 2022While there are numerous important cross-industry initiatives, this year we’re taking “official Earth Day 2022” to highlight the rise in partnerships targeting sustainability specifically in life sciences and healthcare.Traceability/SerializationHDA Guidelines for Bar Coding in Pharmaceutical Supply Chain AvailableThe document serves as a resource on the use of GS1 system data structures and symbologies to comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act’s serialized product and data requirements.SponsoredTyvek Pouches Now Available: In Stock & Ready to ShipDo you need sterile barrier pouches quickly to help cover low inventory? Don't let standard lead times slow you down. Expedited shipping is available with our Stock Pouch Program. Place your order.Take Five2022 ISTA Forum: Sustainability Highlights from Day 1Live from ISTA Forum’s TempPack & TransPack: Transport packaging leaders offered tips and trends ranging from smart packaging to digitizing specification data to the need for educating consumers and regulators on the ramifications of packaging changes.Logistics/supply chainAurobindo Pharma USA Increases Distribution Throughput and Performance with New Automated Warehouse SystemWhen the generic pharmaceutical giant wanted to automate its U.S. nerve center, it sought an automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) that boosted storage capacity by 450% and increased order fulfillment efficiency.Logistics/supply chain2022 HDA PCSC Educational Seminar in AprilThe educational event will take place April in Whippany, NJ, and will feature expert-led presentations, live demonstrations, as well as a keynote from transportation experts.SustainabilitySustainability & DTC: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Trends Shaping the FutureDiscover pharmaceutical packaging changes spurred by consumer sustainability awareness and direct-to-consumer channels.Logistics/supply chainInjectables: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Trend Shaping the FutureGrowth in injectables and customized medicines is reshaping production. Watch to discover industry predictions for injectables moving forward and how manufacturers are responding.Logistics/supply chainPreviewing the 2022 ISTA Forum TransPack SessionsThe in-person event, taking place April 11-13 in San Diego, CA, will offer the latest in transport packaging and logistics. Check out the pre-Forum training sessions, too!Traceability/SerializationRx Supply Chain Progressing on EPCIS Adoption for DSCSA, Yet Challenges RemainHDA Research Foundation’s latest EPCIS Implementation Benchmarking Survey assesses industry progress of adopting GS1 Electronic Product Code Information Services (EPCIS) and trading partner plans for sending data.Take FiveSolution for Expiry Labels, DtP, and Study Timelines Due to EU 536/2014 Clinical Trials RegulationThe new regulation improves many aspects of clinical preparation and activation but brings certain new challenges for sponsors.
