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The Swiss aviation regulator has given the green light to a plan by Swiss Post to fly laboratory samples such as blood between hospitals using drones.

Analyst Insight: In today's unpredictable pharmaceutical business climate, supply chains must be synchronized to deliver adequate supply to capture new sales while reducing costs. This is a classic case of balancing risk and opportunity, whereby synchronization allows all required parties to operate in a coordinated and flexible manner resulting in seamless delivery to the customers. Getting this right can drive millions of dollars in value, and there are ways to do this today. - Jay Welsh, principal, Ernest & Young LLP, and Srihari Rangarajan, manager, Ernst & Young LLP

Analyst Insight: Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) requirements for serialization, verification and traceability are driving investments in distribution. But leaders are looking beyond compliance for real ROI and competitive advantage. They are looking at different applications and new technologies that enable compliance and allow the business the flexibility to scale with increasing return on additional investment. - Roger Counihan, life sciences industry leader, Fortna Inc.