A conventional data logger may be entirely suitable for a predictable IMP shipment—but it cannot help during a customs hold, delivery failure or developing temperature risk. This article explains when real-time clinical trial temperature monitoring adds operational value and how to test it through a controlled pilot.
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Cold chain temperature monitoring is defined as continuous real-time tracking of temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments using GPS trackers with embedded temperature sensors to ensure GDP compliance and prevent product degradation
GPS tracking and temperature monitoring in clinical trials and pharmaceutical logistics provide a number of benefits. Firstly, they allow for precise and accurate tracking of samples and materials, ensuring that they remain within the required temperature range and reach their destination on time.
The vaccine could be made in Belgium, and then transported around the globe. If things go well, Pfizer and BioNTech expect to supply 50 million doses by the end of 2020 and approximately 1.3 billion by the end of 2021.
It is likely that high-risk groups and healthcare workers will be first to receive the vaccine, but this adds complexities to distribution logistics. The logistical challenges of storing and distributing globally a new vaccine at such cold temperatures whilst also ensuring physical distancing for distributors and vaccine delivery points are immense