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Pharmaceuticals
The NDC-12 Deadline Is 2033. Hard Stop.
NDC-12 is more than a formatting change, requiring supply chain-wide preparation, system updates, testing, and trading partner coordination well ahead of the FDA’s deadline.
September 16, 2026
NDC-12 pharmaceutical labeling standard showing drug code format with labeler, product, and package codes on packaging
Supply Chain
The Role of Data and Standardization in Healthcare Supply Chains, and Why it Matters
New GS1 US research shows data standardization, traceability, and real-time information are becoming competitive advantages in healthcare packaging.
August 25, 2026
Global supply chain and logistics network visualization showing connected factories, trucks, ships, and warehouses on a digital world map.
Serialization & Track-and-Trace
RFID Market to Hit $15 Billion by 2032 on Supply Chain Automation and IoT Integration
Driven by demands for real-time tracking and increasing regulatory pressures, the global RFID tag market is expanding rapidly, offering new operational efficiencies for businesses in logistics, retail, and healthcare.
April 30, 2026
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Pharmaceuticals
Pharma Packaging’s Next Phase: Connectivity
Future-ready pharma packaging must integrate connectivity, automation, and material strategy into a single, coordinated approach rather than treating them as separate initiatives.
February 27, 2026
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Pharmaceuticals
Trends In Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Packaging: PMMI Business Intelligence from PACK EXPO East
One of the most significant trends shaping pharmaceutical packaging is the growing focus on connectivity.
February 18, 2026
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Regulatory
A Trackable Supply Chain Post-DSCSA Implementation
Will integrated packaging data be enough to overcome drug traceability vulnerabilities?
February 11, 2026
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Supply Chain
Why Life Sciences Companies Are Racing to Modernize Their Global Supply Chains
Loftware’s survey of 400+ supply chain professionals shows connected networks, cloud technology, and AI are central to resilience, cost savings, and efficiency.
January 16, 2026
Warehouse inventory management with digital technology interface and global connectivity icons
Biopharmaceuticals
Global Labeling Challenges in Pharma: Insights From Kite Pharma
For cell therapy manufacturers such as Kite Pharma, where every product is made for a single patient, labeling becomes a critical safety and traceability tool.
December 17, 2025
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Traceability/Serialization
Digital Solutions Improve Serialization and Cold Chain Management
As the demand for refrigerated biologics grows, PCI Pharma Services adopts new technology to ensure drug safety and efficacy during manufacturing.
August 4, 2025
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Traceability/Serialization
Tracing The Tracks of the Drug and Medical Device Trail
As the threat of counterfeiting continues to torment industry stakeholders and patients, more strategic approaches to serialization and traceability are forming.
July 23, 2025
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Traceability/Serialization
The Requirements of Pharmaceutical Packaging Compliance: System Integration, Investment, and Collaboration
In this Prominent People in Packaging interview, Aladin Alkhawam discusses the challenges and intricacies of implementing the Drug Supply Chain Security Act in the pharmaceutical packaging sector.
June 18, 2025
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Traceability/Serialization
Key Concepts of the FDA’s Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) Serialization Laws
In this three-part series, we break down the DSCSA, key concepts, and why you should serialize today. Part 2: Make sure you understand the tools available.
December 9, 2024
To comply with U.S. federal serialization laws, packaging must include new serialization information and a scannable logistics data carrier.
Traceability/Serialization
Breaking Down the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)
In this three-part series, we break down the DSCSA, key concepts, and why you should serialize today. Part 1: Read a brief overview of the act.
December 9, 2024
The DSCSA mandates that manufacturers, wholesalers, and pharmacies use serialization (assigning unique product identifiers) to track and trace prescription drugs at every point in the supply chain.
Traceability/Serialization
Three Essential Questions Healthcare Supply Chain Packaging Leaders Must Answer Before DSCSA Enforcement Begins
Your executive team might be asking, “We have been serializing for years, are we not done?”
November 18, 2024
The complexities of the U.S. supply chain combined with the fundamental requirement of all organizations – large and small – to exchange data electronically is chartering new ground in the industry.
Traceability/Serialization
Cosmeceuticals Co. Completes First Phase of Serialization
Episciences, Inc.'s new track & trace system offers enhanced supply chain visibility while deterring gray market diversion for its popular skin care products. With more than several dozen unique offerings, initiating new SKUs has proven a smooth process.
June 12, 2024
Episciences was able to integrate ACSIS’ Serialization Management system without the hassle and cost of modifying existing secondary packaging artwork or labeling procedures to prioritize barcode placement.
Traceability/Serialization
What Does a DSCSA Stabilization Period Mean?
From the HDA Traceability Seminar: FDA announced a DSCSA stabilization period through Nov. 2024 but is urging all trading partners not to take their feet off the gas. Consistent work will be needed from trading partners throughout the next 15 months.
September 1, 2023
A one-year stabilization period for DSCSA enforcement means extra time, but it's not intended to be a one-year delay in progress.
Traceability/Serialization
Tackling DSCSA Communication Issues
For trading partners, finding the right serialization contact up or downstream can be needlessly difficult. A new service—currently piloting—seeks to centralize this information and streamline communication.
July 27, 2023
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Traceability/Serialization
Why Pharma Traceability is Critical in Healthcare Packaging
Learn about pharma traceability and the prevalent technologies used for it, such as serialization, RFID, barcoding, and blockchain.
July 24, 2023
pharma traceability
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