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Transforming the pharmaceutical industry: the road to a digital future

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Transforming the pharmaceutical industry: the road to a digital future

Over the past years, we have observed the dynamic evolution of business in many industries and markets. Often, our observations have focused on obvious business segments such as manufacturing, services or food and beverage, and we have not looked closely enough at the digital transformation in the pharmaceutical industry, and the transformation of this area is not only digital aspects, but also business, performance and process areas. The introduction of new technologies in pharma has proven to be crucial to its development, benefiting both pharmaceutical companies and patients worldwide, and I hope to give you a glimpse of these in the following article.

The importance of pharmaceutical transition for Poland

The transformation of the pharmaceutical sector plays a particularly important role for Poland for several key reasons. Firstly, Poland is one of the largest producers of medicines in Central and Eastern Europe, which is an important pillar of the country's economy. The introduction of modern technologies and innovative solutions in pharmaceutical production can increase the competitiveness of Polish companies in the international arena, supporting the development of exports and job creation. Secondly, Poland has a huge potential in the area of clinical trials and new drug development. The pharmaceutical industry can support further development of the research base and innovative solutions in the country, and this attracts investors and creates new development opportunities for scientists and professionals in Poland, and we also know how keen we are to keep young talent in Poland and offer them attractive conditions.

The third aspect is the priority need to improve the quality of healthcare in Poland. Thanks to the digitalisation of the pharmaceutical business, it will be possible to provide more effective drugs and therapies, which will contribute to improving the health of Polish women and men. In addition, personalisation of healthcare through new technologies and pharmaceutical innovations will contribute to increasing the efficiency of the healthcare system and serve us all. Therefore, it is important that Poland continues to pursue modernity and innovation in the pharmaceutical sector and reap the full benefits of this process.

Modernity with the help of digital tools in pharma

The pharmaceutical industry has experienced a revolution through the use of digital tools to automate and robotise processes, secure organisations and improve efficiency, a key element in the sector's development. As we have known for a long time, pharmaceutical companies that have adapted rapidly to new technological trends and invested systematically in innovation - even during the crisis - have gained a competitive advantage and today can deliver the best solutions with increased margins.

Examples of transformation activities in pharma include advanced data analytics, process automation (e.g. streamlining documentation flows or HR administration), as well as operational time reduction and organisational alignment. One of the most spectacular examples is the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical research, optimisation of manufacturing processes and personalisation of healthcare.

For example, AI-based algorithms are being used to predict the effectiveness of therapies and identify potential side effects of drugs. Pharmaceuticals are also witnessing the growing role of telemedicine, where patients can consult doctors online and medical data is stored in the cloud, accessible to professionals around the world.

Innovation strategy in the pharmaceutical industry

In this age of global transformation, business innovation is taking on a whole new meaning in pharma. It is no longer just a matter of breakthrough inventions, but above all the continuous introduction of novelties and improvements, such as the previously mentioned digital tools, the development of a culture of innovation within the company and the continuous improvement of the company's operability.

In this sector, innovation strategy means creating new products or services that are unique to the company. This can include improving existing medicines, developing innovative therapeutic solutions or building new business models focused on delivering ever higher quality healthcare to the patient - even in real time. Such innovations help companies to attract more patients, respond to the increasing challenges of an ageing Polish population and continually develop the pharmaceutical market segment. An example of such innovation is the development of therapies based on patients' genotypes, which makes it possible to develop anti-cancer drugs that are specifically engineered for a patient's genetic mutation. This is a truly revolutionary approach to fighting cancer.

Optimisation of business processes in pharmacy

Business process optimisation plays a key role in the pharmaceutical industry by improving the efficiency of processes from clinical trials to drug manufacturing and distribution. For example, optimised processes can significantly reduce the time to market for a new drug and minimise waste due to outdated processes. It is also important to remember that pharmaceutical companies are not only manufacturing, but also providing digital systems and programmes for doctors and patients, facilitating the monitoring and management of health conditions and access to drug information. This also affects the process efficiency of healthcare.

Implementing agile management in pharmacy

The evolution of pharmacy management also includes the implementation of agile management methodologies (Agile Management). This flexible management method emphasises collaboration, adaptation to change and delivering products that meet the expectations of customers - in this case, patients. This revolutionary combination of industry and methodology can help diagnose patients faster, adapt therapeutic therapies to changing patient parameters and, above all, change the approach to managing healthcare facilities in Poland. Pharmaceutical companies and healthcare facilities that implement agile management are better prepared for the dynamic changes in the sector, as well as the changing demand for new drugs and therapies. By being agile, they can adapt more quickly to changes in regulation, market demand and patient expectations.

Summary

In summary, the transformation of the pharmaceutical industry is not only about digital evolution, but also about changing approaches to treatment, developing organisational innovation, optimising processes and betting on technology. Pharmaceutical companies that successfully implement these elements will not only survive in an increasingly competitive environment, but will also influence the quality and accessibility of healthcare worldwide. This transformation is a key element of the future of pharma and public health.

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