Nitesh Dubey
Independent Researcher
Chhattisgarh, India
Abstract
The global distribution of pharmaceutical products during pandemics presents unique and critical supply chain risks that can significantly impact public health outcomes. This manuscript explores the challenges and strategies involved in managing risks within the drug distribution supply chain under pandemic conditions. Emphasis is placed on the identification of risk factors such as demand surge, supply disruptions, regulatory hurdles, and logistic constraints. Through a comprehensive literature review and analysis, various risk mitigation frameworks, inventory management techniques, and coordination mechanisms are examined. The study also highlights the importance of strategic partnerships, robust communication channels, and contingency planning to enhance resilience. This research aims to provide a structured understanding of supply chain risk management (SCRM) tailored specifically for pandemic drug distribution, offering insights that are vital for policymakers, healthcare providers, and supply chain professionals.
Keywords
Supply Chain Risk Management, Pandemic, Drug Distribution, Pharmaceutical Logistics, Risk Mitigation, Inventory Management, Public Health Supply Chain, Contingency Planning, Supply Disruptions, Demand Surge
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