E139 | Leveraging Ai in pharma supply chain

In this episode, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and healthcare supply chains with Philip Ashton, founder and CEO of 7bridges. As healthcare systems globalise, the pharmaceutical supply chain becomes increasingly complex and vulnerable to disruptions. Ashton reveals how AI and real-world data are revolutionising supply chain management, allowing for greater visibility, resilience, and efficiency.

We dive into the unique challenges faced by pharmaceutical companies, including data integration across global networks, cost management, and the impact of external disruptions like cyberattacks and climate change. Philip explains how AI-driven technologies like digital twins, predictive modelling, and real-time data analysis enable companies to preempt and respond to these disruptions, ultimately helping to protect patient safety.

Guest:

Philip Ashton - Founder & CEO of 7bridges, an AI-focused company addressing healthcare supply chain challenges.

Topics Covered:

• The Global Pharmaceutical Supply Chain: Challenges and Complexities
• AI’s Role in Data Integration and Visibility
• Building Resilience in Supply Chains through Digital Twins
• Real-Time Data and Predictive Modelling
• Ethical and Operational Decisions in Patient-Focused Supply Chains
• The Future of AI-Enhanced Healthcare Supply Chains

Connect with Philip Ashton:

Website:7bridges

LinkedIn: Philip Ashton

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AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. 

This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget.

As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses  her obsession with all things AI and futuretech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. 

This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more.