PECULIARITIES OF LOGISTICS SYSTEM FUNCTIONING OF PHARMACEUTICAL DISTRIBUTION ENTERPRISES UNDER MARTIAL LAW

Abstract

In the context of the full-scale war in Ukraine, enterprise logistics systems are undergoing profound transformations caused by the influence of a complex of destructive factors. Pharmaceutical distribution companies play a key role in establishing and maintaining uninterrupted supply chains of medicines from manufacturers to end consumers, which under martial law is accompanied by significant challenges and risks. Military actions have caused substantial transformations of the logistics environment, particularly through the destruction of transport and warehouse infrastructure, disruption of traditional supply routes, increased transportation risks, and shortages of fuel and energy resources. Therefore, scientifically and practically substantiated research into the functioning of pharmaceutical distributors’ logistics systems under martial law becomes increasingly relevant. The aim of the study is to conduct a systematic analysis of peculiarities of logistics systems functioning of pharmaceutical distribution enterprises under martial law conditions and to substantiate directions for increasing their adaptability. The study applies a systemic approach, allowing the logistics system to be considered as a set of interconnected subsystems. Methods of analysis and synthesis were used to identify structural elements of the system, comparative analysis was applied to evaluate changes in logistics processes. The conducted study revealed that logistics systems of pharmaceutical distribution enterprises under martial law are exposed to the comprehensive impact of destructive factors that have a systemic nature and affect both operational and supporting subsystems. It was determined that the key components most affected by these factors are the transportation, warehousing, and procurement subsystems, as well as the information, personnel, legal, and organizational-economic elements of the logistics system. The practical significance of the recommendations lies in the possibility of their application for improving the resilience and adaptability of logistics processes of pharmaceutical distribution enterprises under martial law conditions. Prospects for further research include the development of comprehensive adaptive management models for the logistics systems of pharmaceutical distribution enterprises, taking into account the long-term impact of martial law, crisis risks, and the needs of post-war recovery of logistics infrastructure.