Risk analysis in the logistics company for distribution of pharmaceuticals

Abstract

The paper is focused on risk analysis in the logistics company, which distributed pharmaceuticals. Firstly, basic concepts in the field of logistics are discussed, and the approach to the correct distribution of medicines is emphasized. Secondly, a specific logistics company distributing medicines is also presented, including its transportation process. Additionally, failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA) as a risk analysis method is applied to the process. Based on the results of the analysis, recommendations are made to reduce the most severe risks in distribution pharmaceutics.