Saudi authority introduces AI system to predict drug shortages
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The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has introduced an artificial intelligence-powered model to predict and prevent drug shortages across the Kingdom.
The model was launched by SFDA Chief Executive Hisham S. Aljadhey during the Global Health Exhibition, which runs until October 30 in Riyadh.
“This AI model is one of the first innovative smart solutions globally designed for predicting drug shortages”, the organization stated in a release on Wednesday.
According to the SFDA, the system “relies on advanced algorithms to continuously analyze historical data for each drug, generating accurate predictions that facilitate immediate decision-making to prevent any potential shortages".
The authority said the initiative “represents a transformative leap in the national drug security system. It contributes to increased efficiency in supply chain management and ensures that medications reach patients in a timely manner".
The SFDA added that “the AI model also reflects the SFDA’s commitment to utilizing modern technologies to serve public health and enhance Saudi Arabia’s global competitiveness in the pharmaceutical sector, aligning with the digital transformation objectives of Saudi Vision 2030".