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Disposable Technologies Implementation: Understanding and Managing Risks
BioPharm, 12/12/08

Sinclair A et al. - As disposable technologies supplant stainless steel in biomanufacturing facilities, there are some important implications over and above the design and cost issues. The key difference is that as move to disposable technologies, become more dependent on suppliers. The more customized and unique the product, the more dependent are. One might argue that this situation is no different from that of sterilizing filters, but this ignores the differences in the maturity of the technologies and the extent of their usage within manufacturing. With sterile filters, dealing with a mature technology and established suppliers who have been working with users for more than 20 years, all of which has led to the development of procurement strategies that minimize dependencies and establish a robust supply chain.

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