Essay about Bvsx Case - 663 Words

Q1.1: Assessment of the situation BVSx was a small independent division of a big pharmaceutical company located in Luxembourg. It is a technological leader and company number 2 in the vaccine market today. During last years BVSx’s profits raised and its share in the group revenue increased from 5 to 20%. According to analyst report by Banque de Genà ¨ve, two latest cancer treatment products create a new market up to $ 2 bln. Implementation of â€Å"Augmentor ®Ã¢â‚¬  technologies gives VxC1 (cancer treatment vaccine) several advantages over similar competitor’s product. The only problem associated with this particular case is that low efficiency of Purchasing Department and poor communications with Ramp;D specialists led to further problems over the†¦show more content†¦2) Create a computer-based supply plan with forecasts for all ingredients required for BVSx. It will lessen communication time, orders could be placed automatically and all delays are indicated immediately that will give a c hance to change supplier for certain products when necessary. Using united software within departments and sometimes with key suppliers and customers will enable to see more transparentShow MoreRelatedBvs Supply Chain Management Case983 Words   |  4 Pages- High profit margin for suppliers. - Currently one supplier can provide necessary materials to all competitors. - The market was dominated by a handful of companies. The outer surroundings - the situation outside BVS Risks and Opportunities The case enlightens a main problem directly related to the process of manufacturing of new critical product; some delays in RD schedule due to the difficulties of supplying some key ingredients. That cut in supply chain can generate an immense disorder in