Overview:
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 three million square feet of cGMP- compliant, dedicated healthcare distribution space and 23 dedicated healthcare facilities in North America
  
• 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 Cash^SM:
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 three million square feet of cGMP- compliant, dedicated healthcare distribution space, with 23 facilities located across North America
• 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.

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