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Pharmacy operations benefit from warehouse automation with increased efficiency, higher standards of accuracy
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Nandita Vijayasimha, Bengaluru
September 02 , 2024
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The pharmaceutical industry has always been at the forefront of adopting new technologies to enhance its operations. As the demand for efficient, error-free, and rapid delivery of medications increases, the role of warehouse automation in revolutionizing pharmacy operations comes to the fore, said Nirav Doshi, founder & managing director, Nido Group.
Given the rapid growth in pharmacy and especially e-pharmacy operations, companies face increasing pressure to maintain high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and speed in their supply chains. Errors in medication distribution not only result in financial losses but can also have severe implications for patient health. Automation in warehouse operations addresses these challenges by reducing human error, enhancing precision, and ensuring that the right medication reaches the right place at the right time, Doshi told Pharmabiz.
To this end, we are helping pharmaceutical companies streamline their operations, boost sales, and significantly increase productivity. Our Astro Sortation System, Capella Dimensioning & Weighing System, Deneb Carriage Belt Sorters are effective game changers in this space, he said.
A suite of automated solutions has been developed to address the unique needs of the pharmaceutical industry. They are designed to handle the distinct challenges faced by pharmacies, such as managing complex medication inventories with diverse storage requirements and expiration dates. For instance the sortation systems of Nido are high-speed, grid-based sortation solutions that are capable of handling up to 5,500 parcels per hour. They are particularly effective in processing large volumes of small to medium-sized items, making it ideal for the fast-paced environment of pharmaceutical distribution. With up to 250 destination points, these systems ensure that medications are sorted quickly and accurately, reducing the time it takes to fulfill orders and get them to patients, he said.
Noting that an accurate inventory management is crucial in the pharmaceutical industry, where even a small discrepancy can lead to significant issues, Doshi said, “Our Dimensioning & Weighing Systems automate the process of measuring and weighing parcels, ensuring that every item is accounted for and stored efficiently. By integrating with existing warehouse management systems, it can help pharmacies optimize their storage space, reduce waste, and improve overall inventory accuracy.”
Similarly, speed and accuracy are the hallmarks of systems like the carriage belt sorters which can handle up to 40,000 parcels per hour. These are designed to scale with the needs of growing pharmacy operations, providing a robust solution that to handle the increasing demand for fast, reliable medication delivery. Pharmacies can ensure that their operations remain efficient and scalable, even as they expand their customer base and product offerings, he said.
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