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[Resource Center](/resources/resource-center) # How SCmple and TraceLink Help Emerging Pharma Companies Improve Planning and Supplier Collaboration ![banner-image](https://www.tracelink.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/Wholesale-Distributor1.png) - [Download PDF](/node/33111/pdf) - [Share](#) - [ LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.tracelink.com/resources/resource-center/how-scmple-and-tracelink-help-emerging-pharma-companies-improve-planning-and-supplier-collaboration&title=How SCmple and TraceLink Help Emerging Pharma Companies Improve Planning and Supplier Collaboration&summary=SCmple CEO Peter Bigelow shares how early-stage pharma companies can reduce risk, streamline supplier communication, and scale smarter by combining agile planning tools with TraceLink MINT. &source=TraceLink "LinkedIn") - [ Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://www.tracelink.com/resources/resource-center/how-scmple-and-tracelink-help-emerging-pharma-companies-improve-planning-and-supplier-collaboration&t=How SCmple and TraceLink Help Emerging Pharma Companies Improve Planning and Supplier Collaboration "Facebook") - [ Mail ](mailto:?subject=How SCmple and TraceLink Help Emerging Pharma Companies Improve Planning and Supplier Collaboration+|+TraceLink&body=https://www.tracelink.com/resources/resource-center/how-scmple-and-tracelink-help-emerging-pharma-companies-improve-planning-and-supplier-collaboration "Mail") - [ Twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=How SCmple and TraceLink Help Emerging Pharma Companies Improve Planning and Supplier Collaboration https://www.tracelink.com/resources/resource-center/how-scmple-and-tracelink-help-emerging-pharma-companies-improve-planning-and-supplier-collaboration&via=TraceLink "Twitter") #### Table of contents ![](https://play.vidyard.com/fNtoBUSgQNL63uV4ZD8W3L.jpg) As pharma companies approach commercial launch, supply chain complexity increases—and so does the risk. Manual communication, scattered spreadsheets, and disjointed processes often lead to inefficiencies, excess inventory, and delayed decision-making at the worst possible time. Peter Bigelow, CEO of SCmple, explains how his company helps early-stage pharma organizations improve planning and operational execution. As a TraceLink technology partner, SCmple works closely with companies preparing for launch, providing a lightweight planning platform that complements [**TraceLink’s MINT solution**](/products/partner-orchestration/mint). Together, these tools give supply chain teams the visibility and integration they need to improve collaboration with suppliers and eliminate costly manual work. **Key Takeaways:** - Manual processes and disconnected tools make it difficult for early-stage companies to manage supply chain risk. - SCmple helps companies deploy cost-effective planning tools without the burden of large ERP implementations. - TraceLink’s MINT enables more accurate, real-time communication with suppliers—helping eliminate errors and excess inventory. Watch the full interview to learn how SCmple and TraceLink are helping emerging pharma companies modernize their supply chains. **Video Highlights:** **01:26** - Why is it getting harder to manage risk in today's pharmaceutical supply chain? **02:50** - What advice do you have for companies navigating these challenges as they move from clinical to commercial? **04:19** - What makes your partnership with TraceLink—and solutions like MINT—valuable to your work with clients? **05:27** - What's one critical challenge that TraceLink MINT helps address for supply chain teams? [Video](/category/video)[Multienterprise Information Network Tower (MINT)](/category/multienterprise-information-network-tower-mint)[Supply Chain Digitalization](/category/supply-chain-digitalization), [Phase 3 / Commercialization](/category/phase-3-commercialization)[Supply Chain](/category/supply-chain) #### Table of contents Meet with TraceLink to learn more about Phase 3 commercialization. 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