OPTIMIZED RELIABILITY THANKS TO INTEGRATED LOGISTICS IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

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1 OPTIMIZED RELIABILITY THANKS TO INTEGRATED LOGISTICS IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

2 2 PHARMA DEDICATED SOLUTION DESIGNS FOR THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY Meeting all regulatory requirements using validated and certified solutions Focusing on patient safety: Logistics challenges in the pharmaceutical industry Few other industries have quality requirements as stringent as the pharmaceutical industry. Patient safety is a top priority, not only in development and production, but also in the storage and transportation of drugs, active substances and medical products. A number of government and industry regulations, such as Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) and Good Automated Manufacturing Practice (GAMP), require that pharmaceutical companies perform continuous quality monitoring and process control. In the logistics field, this affects all processes involved in the material flow. Validation in compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines makes it necessary to subject the software used and all logistics processes to a comprehensive risk analysis. In addition, new challenges are created by the introduction of e-pedigree: In the coming years, all companies involved in the pharmaceutical logistics chain must establish the technical framework to uniquely identify and continuously trace every single drug package. A partner who speaks your language In recent years, Swisslog has planned and implemented logistics systems for many leading pharmaceutical companies, thus acquiring extensive knowledge about the industry s specific requirements. As a partner who speaks your language and understands your specific requirements, we are committed to working with you to optimise your intralogistics automation. Our experience is based on projects in a variety of pharmaceutical areas from galenics to packaging and distribution. Our experts have successfully implemented a wide range of tasks for many different customers, including the planning, implementation and expansion of distribution centers for manufacturers and wholesalers; introduction of standardized warehouse management software at globally distributed logistics sites; implementation of automated guided vehicle systems; and modernization and automation of existing facilities. Customer benefits Optimised intralogistics to comply with all government regulations Customised solution concepts designed by industry experts

3 PHARMA 3 DESIGNING SUCCESS MULTI-LEVEL PLANNING TO REACH YOUR GOALS DESIGNING SUCCESS......through multi-level planning Our experts consult with drug manufacturers and specialized wholesalers to show them how to enhance their intralogistics and adapt to both current and future market requirements. In cooperation with your in-house team, we design holistic solutions tailormade for your individual needs. In addition to reliable compliance with all applicable safety standards, we also focus on profitability and sustainability; we help you to secure a permanent competitive edge in the global pharmaceutical market based on rapid, safe and efficient processes....through customized, yet proven solution concepts We first conduct a workshop to analyze your current and planned business situation and identify opportunities for optimization. We also give you a rough estimate of the costs and timeframe involved; this information is an important basis for making decisions regarding the type and scope of any future cooperation. In a subsequent concept study, which begins with data analysis, we present two or three different concepts featuring varying levels of automation. These are then examined and evaluated for a number of factors, including investment volume, capital costs, personnel requirements, performance reserves, flexibility and sustainability. In addition, the study illustrates the operating costs to be expected for each variant. In the detailed planning that follows we refine all aspects of the concept tailored to your requirements. This includes specifying all subsystems with the highest level of precision, stipulating and checking interfaces, designing workplaces, defining workflows and determining economic efficiency. Using real-time simulation, complex facilities are modeled and tested under real-life conditions. This minimizes risks and facilitates subsequent implementation on site....through comprehensive expertise For many new projects we utilize previously implemented, proven solutions. Based on our many years of experience, we know what needs to be done when implementing the specific guidelines and rules of conduct governing the pharmaceutical industry. As a Swisslog customer, you benefit from rapid and cost-effective planning processes and maximum operational safety. DESIGN DEVELOP DELIVER

4 4 PHARMA DEVELOPING VALUE CONCEPTS THAT PAY OFF DEVELOPING VALUE......thanks to solutions from a single source As a general contractor, we develop the solution that is most efficient for you and offer a complete range of services, from planning to implementation, from a single source. Our goal is to ensure that your investment pays off quickly with faster response times, reduced inventories, higher throughput and lower running costs. To this end, we implement the optimal degree of automation at all process levels. We also ensure that your facility can be adapted later on to changing conditions such as new production methods, expanded government regulations or organizational changes, thus balancing profitability and flexibility....thanks to transparent data and end-to-end tracing It must be possible to continuously trace all production batches of drugs, active substances and other medical products in order to reliably remove affected products if quality issues arise. Traceability will become even more important after e-pedigree laws designed to protect consumers against counterfeit drugs go into effect. Swisslog helps you establish the technical framework to continuously capture and process product and logistics data. Our logistics software is an integral part of your overall IT environment and can be connected to higher- and lower-level systems using standardized interfaces. We offer a warehouse management and control concept that combines our experience gained from hundreds of successfully completed reference installations. IT concept levels: Our WarehouseManager warehouse management (WM) software maximizes supply chain efficiency based on automated logistics processes from receiving and intermediate processing to shipping. Our AutomationManager material flow control concept integrates the automated components of a logistics facility into an efficient transport system which ensures optimum throughput under any load. Our AutomationControl product family encompasses basic tools to create a control system for a specific transport system. This includes pallet and light goods conveyors, stacker and miniload cranes as well as AGVs. Preparing your systems for e-pedigree The Swisslog solution concept bundles complete intralogistics into one holistic system, thus ensuring maximum transparency of all product-relevant information. The modular WarehouseManager can be customized to the operational workflows in your company and adapts to your specific security requirements. DESIGN DEVELOP DELIVER Our offerings at a glance Logistics consulting System planning and implementation Information technology Modernization Comprehensive supply chain solutions E-pedigree Consulting

5 PHARMA 5 DELIVERING CONFIDENCE SAFEGUARDING YOUR PRODUCTIVITY AND PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT DELIVERING CONFIDENCE......thanks to tailor-made service concepts In addition to complying with all regulatory requirements, pharmaceutical companies are expected to consistently provide ontime deliveries. Our goal is to help our customers ensure a smooth operation and thus, the maximum availability of their logistics facility. To this end, we have developed a total service concept whose innovative services can be flexibly adapted to your specific business situation and needs....global presence ensures long-term partnerships Swisslog operates in 19 countries worldwide. Customer proximity is a top priority for us. We therefore make local resources available to our customers around the globe. Understanding the local language, culture and regulatory challenges is the best prerequisite to guarantee efficient project management, high-quality system integration and first-class service on site....local service Preventive maintenance makes it possible to identify and eliminate problems early on before they can cause disruptions. Should a malfunction occur, experts familiar with your facility are available 24/7. Our local presence allows us to guarantee extremely fast response times for online remote diagnostics and interventions in the control system or the controls of individual subsystems and for direct, personal assistance on site. This also includes perfectly organized, comprehensive spare parts management. In addition, we offer an outsourcing solution where your entire facility is operated by a specialized Swisslog team. Several multinational pharmaceutical companies are currently using this Swisslog service. DESIGN DEVELOP DELIVER

6 Selection of satisfied customers Selection of installed solutions Construction of high-bay warehouses Bin warehouse with six stacker cranes Implementation of a comprehensive person-to-goods and goods-to-person picking system; automatic replenishment using 14 stacker cranes; static and dynamic picking stations Partially automated packaging systems Production replenishment and reserves in picking warehouse using automated guided vehicle (AGV) system Automated guided vehicle (AGV) system for supply to production and removal of finished products on four levels using three vehicles for container handling four vehicles for pallet handling FROM PLANNING TO INTRALOGISTICS IMPLEMENTATION EVERYTHING FROM A SINGLE SOURCE Implementation from a single source has many benefits Reducing labor-intensive processes and increasing throughput Support for validation and review of warehouse operations Swisslog AG CH-5033 Buchs logistics@swisslog.com