Role of IoT in Pharmaceutical Cold Chain Logistics for Vaccine Distribution

DOI: https://doi.org/10.63345/ijrmp.org.v8.i3.1

Parth Rana

Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India

Abstract

The integrity of vaccine distribution hinges on maintaining strict temperature controls and rapid responsiveness to environmental fluctuations. With the rise of Internet of Things (IoT) technology, the pharmaceutical cold chain has seen transformative changes, enhancing monitoring, traceability, and overall reliability in vaccine logistics. This manuscript explores the integration of IoT solutions into cold chain logistics for vaccine distribution, detailing its impact on real-time data acquisition, predictive maintenance, and risk mitigation. A thorough literature review (up to 2019) highlights the evolution of technologies and their application in ensuring vaccine potency from manufacture to administration. Our methodology combines qualitative analysis with case studies and simulated experiments to evaluate IoT’s performance metrics in cold chain management. Results indicate significant improvements in monitoring accuracy, reduced wastage, and enhanced decision-making processes, ultimately ensuring higher vaccine efficacy and public trust in immunization programs. The study concludes with recommendations for integrating IoT technologies more deeply into pharmaceutical logistics, addressing current challenges and projecting future trends.

Keywords

IoT; Cold Chain Logistics; Vaccine Distribution; Pharmaceutical Supply Chain; Temperature Monitoring

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