ReMediES
Improving the pharmaceutical supply chain
Enabling intelligent pharmaceutical packaging
CPI worked as part of the UK-based ReMediES (RE-configuring MEDIcines End-to-end Supply) consortium to develop product concepts that demonstrate the potential for printable electronics in the pharmaceutical supply chain and develop technology to improve the performance of blister packaging making the commercialisation of intelligent pharmaceutical packaging possible.

“You’re not just building in tracking of where (the drug) is, but whether there has been a change of pressure or temperature, or perhaps, whether something became loose during shipment. You can look at a host of supply chain issues around handling and environmental conditions and assess the integrity of the product as a result of how it has been handled.”
Achievements
Inputs
- Facilities and equipment investment
- Technical knowledge and expertise
- Research and development
- Process validation
Outputs
- New job creation
- Development of product concepts for smart labels
- Completion of real-world trials
- Development of a mobile phone app capable of transmitting real-time data via the Internet of Things to monitor temperature and humidity of products
Outcomes
- Potential to reduce waste and more efficient supply of drugs
- Accelerated TRL of smart labelling
- Increased sector knowledge and engagement, and understanding of smart labelling
- Stronger presence within the Medicines Manufacturing Industry Partnership
- Follow on H2020 collaborative project: InScope
