When choosing a third-party logistics partner, bigger is not always better. A mid-size 3PL can offer the best of both worlds. They tend to have national or regional scope and offer a suite of integrated logistics...
Efficient specialty distribution is the lifeline through which patients access crucial, life-saving therapies. Specialty distributors are equipped to handle the specific, often complex, requirements of advanced medications that patients rely on. While the fundamental responsibility of a...
Logistics and supply chain management are paramount for any manufacturing company. These are complex systems that require expert, tailored solutions. Third-party logistics (3PL) providers offer that expertise — and the right one can ensure your operations...
With major advancements in medicine come new specialty drugs that change the way doctors treat patients with rare or complicated diseases. According to Healthcare Distribution Alliance’s 2023 Specialty Pharmaceutical Distribution Facts, Figures and...
Rare Disease Day is dedicated to solidarity and raising awareness of the rare diseases that affect about 300 million people worldwide. It’s observed on February 29th, the rarest date possible…but in non-leap years, such as 2023,...
Strategies to manage supply chain risk are an essential component to every manufacturing company’s longevity. Whether you are in the business of manufacturing pharmaceuticals, textiles, plastics, computers, food, or metals, mitigating supply chain risk should be...
In the complex and highly regulated world of pharmaceuticals, maintaining quality is paramount. Pharmaceutical companies rely on third-party logistics (3PL) service providers to ensure the safe and efficient handling, storage, and distribution of their products. These...
When it comes to developing a channel strategy for rare disease products, there are a number of important nuances to keep in mind. Given that these products cater to a smaller patient population, conventional tactics may...
One of the growing demands regulators and consumers are pushing on distributors is the demand for sustainable business practices. There are a variety of reasons for this, such as growing concern about the industry’s environmental impact...
Toward the beginning of the new year, we like to take a look at some of the biggest trends that will affect the pharmaceutical industry in the coming months. This year, trending developments range from AI...
