PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management-06-02-2011

The global pharmaceutical market is expected to reach sales of nearly $1.1 trillion by 2015, marked by slowing growth in developed markets and strong sales in emerging markets.

A roundup of developments in corporate social responsibility and sustainability from the bio/pharmaceutical industry, its suppliers, and other public and private organizations.

The World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of the World Health Organization, met in Geneva last month to discuss and take action on initiatives relating to influenza pandemic preparedness, noncommunicable diseases, and the health-related UN Millennium Development Goals.

Industry experts share perspectives on value creation in sourcing, procurement, and external development and manufacturing.

Eduardo Pisani, director general of the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations, discusses the global health initiatives and related activities of the association.

Lessons from the earthquake in Japan show the vulnerability of the bio/pharma supply chain.