TECH OUTLOOKTECH OUTLOOKDECEMBER 20239activities involved in the flow of products from the raw material stage to the final customer, is especially critical due to the complexity of the processes, quality control requirements, and potential impact on patient health and safety. In my role in manufacturing and supply chain, which includes managing over 20 contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) for the end-to-end delivery of Servier's products; my priority is maintaining an agile strong supply chain, built to deliver the right product with the right quality at the right place and at the best cost.To that end, my team is responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight of all production activities, such as forecasting, batch production, release of the product and shipment. By managing this complex interplay of materials, processes, regulations, and logistics, SCM helps ensure that safe and effective treatments reach the patients who need them in a timely and cost-effective manner.Effective SCM ensures: · Steady supply of high-quality materials· Quality checks at every stage, from raw materials to the finished product, to ensure safety and efficacy· Inventory management to balance overstocking, which can result in the waste of products with limited shelf life, and understocking, which can result in drug shortages· Coordinated logistics so that medicines reach their destination on time and in good condition· Risk management to account for supply disruptions, regulatory changes, or product recalls The Impact of Outside Factors The recent COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the vulnerabilities in many global supply chains and underscored the importance of building more resilient systems. With raw materials and manufacturing facilities scattered across the globe, managing the supply chain's complexity has become a pressing concern to ensure the timely delivery of treatments. Despite these complexities, the industry is adaptable and innovative, and we are committed to finding ways to incorporate new technologies, streamline processes, and ensure the highest quality standards.By embracing technological advances, prioritizing quality control, and constantly striving for efficiency, we can ensure that safe and effective treatments reach the patients who need them, in a timely manner ­ ultimately driven by a common goal of improving patient outcomes and saving lives. Due to accelerated clinical trial enrollment and proof of efficacy, Servier is working to fast determine filing timelines and availability of clinical supply
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