In this exclusive interview with Pharma IQ, supply chain professional Vickram Srivastava, Head of Planning – Global Supply Chain at Sun Pharma, shares his insights on how to overcome pharma supply chain obstacles during a global crisis, drawing from his personal experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic:

Key takeaways:

• The impact of COVID-19 on the global pharma supply chain, including challenges faced by China and India

• Strategies to deal with bottlenecks and drug shortages, such as emergency stock and dual sourcing

• The importance of diversifying logistics operations and fostering closer collaboration with service providers

• The benefits of implementing business continuity plans and spreading production across different markets and chains

• How digital network platforms and supply chain work-management software can improve agility