5+ Advantages of 3PL for Medical Devices Companies

Supply chains in the medical device industry are fast-evolving.  Medical devices manufacturers were in the process of shifting from a centralized distribution model to one where the product is closer to the point of sale. This is done through partnerships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs).

 

As a third-party logistics provider, we can help a medical device company in many ways. One is in developing systems to optimize delivery from a distribution hub to specific locations. The benefits of this advanced supply chain fall into two areas:

1.       financial and operational gains for you - the medical device manufacturer
2.       significant advantages to your clients - healthcare providers and their patients

 

 

Instead of delivering half of a dozen items in many shipments, the 3PL provider can develop the visibility to consolidate deliveries. This will lead to significant cost reductions.

Visibility and value-added delivery processes are top priorities of the medical device industry. This means having greater visibility into inventories and reverse logistics improves two things:

1.       the ease of auditing
2.       reduce the need for physical auditing

 

Partnering with 3PL companies help medical device companies tap into several valuable advantages:

1.       warehouse space at a fraction of the current cost
2.       distribution services perfected through years of shipping experience
3.       significantly shortened delivery times

 

Third-party logistics providers are moving into position to serve the medical device industry.  They are becoming regulatory compliant and have the licensing necessary to warehouse and distribute medical devices. 

 

 

Today, medical device shippers rely on 3PLs for services that go well beyond dropping off boxes on the dock. They are looking for delivery to the end-user department, on-site inventorying, returns and repairs and other small but vital steps in serving customers.

 

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