Why does GE Healthcare provide scientific asset services (SAS)?
Bob Moore. If you look at the traditional model of laboratory equipment, pharma and biotech companies have relied on the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to maintain their inventories. However, there are a number of disadvantages to this model, including the administrative burden and the time it takes to manage vast inventories, which can divert resources away from scientific projects. Our comprehensive range of services can support scientific asset management from the acquisition of equipment with financing, to, the installation and utilization of assets, and ongoing maintenance of equipment. We will also provide expert advice in the area of biopharmaceutical manufacturing. NGP. Could you describe what service models you offer, how they fit within SAS and what are their key differences? BM. Essentially, we have three models. The full service model comes with a complete team of site-based engineers – from one or two through to as many as required. In this model, we cover all the
