Pharmaceuticals

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  Viewpoint: Track and trace can boost efficiency, cut regulatory burden in pharma

  Track and trace technology is no longer a nice-to-have for pharma manufacturers, it is a must-have, writes Alf Goebel.

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  Merck says 'digital twin' packaging shows its value

  Adding a unique ID to primary packaging can help improve process automation and reduce supply chain costs, says firm.

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  Viewpoint: The emerging barcode initiative for medicines in India - part 3

  From concept to reality: operationalizing a cost-effective programme to defeat counterfeiters and bring value to industry.

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  Social selling has empowered counterfeiters: How can you fight back?

  Authentix' VP of online brand protection, Bharat Kapoor, explains how the firm's SIPI service can rev up anticounterfeit programmes.

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  Marchesini takes full control of long-time partner SEA Vision

  Merger will help the firms create packaging lines "which are even more integrated with vision and inspection systems."

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  Maiden Pharma has registration nixed over Gambia deaths

  Indian drugmaker is under scrutiny over four products linked to 66 infant deaths in the West African country.

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