2021 Global Sustainability Report summary 09 03 | Resilient and sustainable operations Supply chain & stewardship Supply chain & responsible sourcing AmerisourceBergen’s commitment to healthier futures begins with our promise of efficiency and security at the first point a product enters the supply chain. As the distributor of tens of thousands of products, our infrastructure is built to enable secure, daily ordering and distribution. When there is strain on the supply chain, like during COVID-19 or a natural disaster, securing it is even more critical. AmerisourceBergen also seeks to buy goods and services from suppliers, contractors, and vendors who share our responsible-sourcing goals, and we expect partners to uphold our values as exemplified in our Supplier Statement. Product safety AmerisourceBergen’s state-of-the-art infrastructure and technology collectively comprise an efficient and secure pharmaceutical supply chain, supporting our regulatory compliance. • Continuously improving the traceability of our business processes and technology, enhancing patient safety • Educating stakeholders on the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) and leading the effort on technology solutions that will verify serial numbers on pharmaceutical products as part of the DSCSA regulatory requirement Sustainable food production We are taking a leading role in finding ways to feed a growing, hungry world. • Micro Technologies offers advanced technology solutions for livestock operations, helping producers optimize animal production and reduce the resources needed in that production process • The AmerisourceBergen Foundation partners with the National FFA Foundation to ensure we cultivate future talent and leadership to address sustainable food production by supporting their school-based agricultural education model, which offers training necessary for students to be successful in the areas of STEM within agriculture as well as other fields of study
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