Issues
The client was a regional pharmaceutical distributor requiring a full supply chain management enhancement to meet stricter service requirements and expanding product lines. The company needed strengthened planning, warehousing, and transportation practices aligned with healthcare standards.
Solution
We developed a holistic SCM framework integrating forecasting improvements, cold-chain management, network optimization, and regulatory alignment. The solution modernized planning, enhanced compliance, and strengthened overall supply chain performance.
Approach
- Conducted forecasting diagnostics and identified sources of demand variability.
- Assessed cold-chain handling processes and temperature integrity risks.
- Mapped end-to-end supply chain flows across procurement, storage, and delivery.
- Designed optimized replenishment, warehousing, and routing processes.
- Developed compliance-aligned SOPs and performance dashboards.
Recommendations
We recommended advanced forecasting tools, improved cold-chain sensors, standardized warehouse workflows, and enhanced routing practices. Additional guidance included establishing compliance checkpoints and conducting periodic audits.
Engagement ROI
Forecast accuracy improved by 33%, cold-chain failure rates reduced by 29%, and overall supply chain cost efficiency increased by 17%. The company strengthened its compliance performance and service reliability across healthcare customers.