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Medicine Shortages in the EU: Root Causes and Strategic Solutions

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Medicine shortages in the EU are not a new challenge, yet they continue to disrupt healthcare systems and patient care worldwide. Over 50% of these shortages stem from manufacturing and quality issues, exacerbated by fragmented supply chains, inadequate data management, and reactive crisis handling.

This article dissects the root causes of medicine shortages and offers practical, data-driven solutions for life sciences companies. From strengthening supply chain resilience to leveraging modern ERP systems for early risk detection, we explore how small and mid-tier pharma companies can move from crisis response to proactive prevention.

The key to solving medicine shortages? Organized data, structured processes, and strategic action. Read on to discover how the right approach can transform uncertainty into stability.