Prosper Africa, USAID’s e-Trade Alliance, IBM Consulting, and the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) are working together to develop Pulse by NABPT in South Africa. Despite market prospects, the distribution of pharmaceutical products in Africa involves substantial commercial hurdles, such as fragmented supply chains, inadequate infrastructure, and regulatory variances between countries. The launch of Pulse by NABP demonstrates the power of digital solutions in transforming the pharmaceutical supply chain,” said Riaz Osman, Managing Partner, Southern Africa & Africa Growth Markets, IBM Consulting. Furthermore, IBM will provide training on AI tools such as WatsonX.ai to help these pharmacies and retailers make data-driven decisions. This public-private partnership has the potential to stimulate both economic growth and health benefits, benefiting both American businesses and African consumers.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 25, 2024 14:37 UTC