UPS Healthcare Industry Focus
Abstract:
UPS has deep expertise in the healthcare industry and provides a broad range of services and solutions to manage the entire healthcare supply chain. From small- to mid-sized businesses to large, global pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, UPS helps healthcare companies speed products to market; facilitate new product introductions; meet time-critical customer needs; ensure regulatory compliance; reduce inventory management costs; streamline ordering and billing processes; and maximize supply chain visibility.
Healthcare companies can take advantage of the following resources from UPS:
- People - Dedicated UPS Healthcare Logistics team that knows the healthcare industry, including Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs experts
- Network - Extensive global transportation and distribution network, including integrated global small package network, integrated North American less-than-truckload (LTL) and truckload (TL) networks and dedicated aircraft lift
- Facilities - More than five million square feet of cGMP- compliant, dedicated healthcare distribution space, with more than 30 facilities located around the world.
- Regulatory Expertise - Regulatory affairs group that maintains FDA, DEA and various state licenses to ensure compliance
- Solutions - Broad range of transportation, distribution and special services, such as temperature-sensitive and dry ice capabilities, specifically targeting the healthcare industry
- Technology - Industry-leading technology tools that provide around-the-clock monitoring for temperature-sensitive shipments as well as ongoing track-and-trace capabilities for all healthcare shipments
Order To CashSM:
UPS Order To Cash capabilities enable comprehensive management of the entire healthcare supply chain - from point of order entry to cash receipt. This includes functions such as resolving customer questions; handling return goods authorizations; accounts receivable processes such as invoicing, collections and financial reporting; and chargebacks processes. Customers can choose for UPS to manage portions of these processes or turn the entire supply chain function over to UPS.
Fast Facts:
Below are some quick facts on UPS¿s assets and presence in the healthcare industry:
- Certification as a Verified Accredited Wholesale Distributor (VAWD) by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy
- More than five million square feet of cGMP- compliant, dedicated healthcare distribution space, with more than 30 facilities located around the world.
- Temperature-sensitive storage and transportation capabilities
- Specialty shipment and clinical trials offerings
- Dry ice replenishment and refrigeration services
- Healthcare-dedicated IT system that exceeds FDA standards
Industries Served:
- Pharmaceutical
- Medical device
- Biotechnology
- Medical and surgical supplies
- Over-the-Counter preparation
- Animal health
For more information on UPS healthcare solutions, visit ups.com/healthcare.
