The Netherlands implements National Verification System with Arvato Systems

Arvato Systems takes on implementation and operations of IT medicines verification platform for the Netherlands.

Stichting Nederlandse Medicijnen Verificatie Organisatie starts implementation of Falsified Medicines Directive.

(Arvato Systems) G tersloh - Counterfeit medication is on the increase around the world - placing patients, insurance systems and the pharmaceutical industry at risk. Directive 2011/62/EU is the start of the EU initiative against counterfeit medications. From February 9, 2019 prescription drugs may only be sold in Europe if each package has a unique identifier.

A data matrix code is added to the packaging of the medication. As well as the serial number, the data matrix code contains the product code, information about the product batch and the expiry date. Each package of medication is therefore unique. Verification of the authenticity of medication is through the individual identification code meaning that items are authenticated throughout the entire delivery chain.

The Dutch Medicines Verification Organization (NMVO) was founded in August 2016 by pharmaceutical manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers and pharmacies in the Netherlands. The organisation supports the introduction of the new European system and is responsible for building and operating the Netherlands Medicines Verification System.

As official Blueprint Provider for the European Medicines Verification Organization (EMVO), Arvato Systems will build and operate the Netherlands National Verification System.

Arvato Systems offers us a software solution which will enable a timely implementation of all aspects of the EU anti-counterfeiting directives, also in respect to comply with the high security requirements, comments Erwin van Malland, Dutch NMVO Project Manager on the future co-operation with Arvato Systems. Deadlines are tight, and so it is all the more important that we will be able to benefit from the longstanding and comprehensive experience that Arvato Systems has in this area.

Since January 2013, Arvato Systems has offered a national IT solution for protection against counterfeit medicines. This system keeps and manages all the packaging data of medicines that are required by the legislation and were provided by the industry to offer the verification of medications before they are delivered to the patient. This procedure ensures that all the medicines are valid throughout the entire supply- and delivery chain.

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As Arvato Systems is a systems integrator with a solid reputation. We not only implement standard software but also offer tailor made, industry specific and individually developed solutions. We're a team of over 3,000 in more than 25 locations around the world. The strength of Arvato Systems is in the intelligent combination of planning, operation, systems integration and support. Our clients appreciate the way we bring in-depth industry know-how, cross-platform expertise and genuine entrepreneurial spirit to the table. The multitude of successful projects completed with leading companies around the world shows how true partnership leads to results, reliably and fast.

In Healthcare, Arvato Systems provides its own serialization solutions covering the entire end-to-end process chain. These solutions support both individual producers and national verification systems. Arvato Systems was chosen as an official service provider by the European Medicines Verification Organization (EMVO). We rely on a dedicated team of serialization experts that has already carried out numerous international projects.

Being part of the Arvato network we have the unique capability to create entire value chains and combine IT with other Arvato services to an integrated service offer from one source. This enables us not only to propose fully customized solutions, but also to implement the best possible solution with a professional, comprehensive, flexible and pragmatic approach that is completely aligned with the client's needs and goals. Our solutions pave the way to your success.

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