Pivot to New Manufacturer Optimizes Production, Provides Cost Savings | Life Sciences

12/3/2024

RRD helps healthcare technology company seamlessly continue production, secure supply chain following incumbent vendor’s sudden closure

CHALLENGE

A leading healthcare technology company faced a significant hurdle when their North American manufacturing partner was unable to provide the required production capacity for pharmacy labels. The sudden disruption threatened to disrupt their supply chain — and delay product delivery to market. The company sought a reliable and experienced manufacturing partner to seamlessly take over their production and help maintain their production schedule.

SOLUTION

RRD stepped in as a timely replacement, leveraging extensive expertise in both label production and the healthcare industry. The RRD team collaborated closely with the client's internal supply chain, purchasing, and product specialist teams to develop an effective replacement manufacturing strategy. By implementing a combination of multiple strategies, including combo runs and bulk orders to save on freight costs, RRD was able to optimize production costs while minimizing lead times — and efficiently producing multiple items.

RESULTS

RRD’s consultative support helped the company successfully navigate a challenging transition. By providing a seamless transition to a new, trusted vendor, RRD ultimately minimized disruptions to their supply chain, achieved cost savings, and ensured timely product delivery. The successful collaboration also built trust and confidence for future projects, positioning RRD as a valuable partner for the client's ongoing manufacturing needs.