Business Strategies

Pacience Edwards, PharmD, manager of compliance at Outcomes, discussed how technological solutions can aid pharmacies during a session at the Outcomes 2024 SYNC National Conference in Orlando, Florida.

As pharmacies continue their rapid adoption of technological tools to improve efficiency, being prepared for cyberattacks is more important than ever.

Drug Topics sat down with Jude Dieterman, CEO of Outcomes, to discuss the value and uniqueness of the company in the pharmacy market, what’s next on the horizon, and the upcoming event.

Tyler Woods, PharmD, was joined by Ajay Mehra, chief financial officer and cofounder of UGO Rx, and Scott Cady, PharmD, during the Total Pharmacy Solutions Summit Fall 2023 to discuss how pharmacists can maximize opportunities to improve their stores.

Presenters at a NCPA 2023 session highlighted the importance of overcoming hesitations to implement new clinical services and taking an employee-centric approach in doing so.

A Q&A with Ginny Langbehn, vice president of marketing and communications at American Associated Pharmacies, about different strategies pharmacies can use to bring in new customers.

Mary Stoner, president of Electronic Billing Services Inc., sat down with Drug Topics at NCPA 2023 to discuss the billing process for non-dispensing services in pharmacies.

Veterinarians and veterinarian pharmacists weigh in on issues around working with pet medications.

When pet parents fill a prescription online, they lose the opportunity to consult with a pharmacist.

Ravi Patel, PharmD, MBA, MS, discusses the role of artificial intelligence in community pharmacies.

Lisa Faast, CEO and Owner of DiversifyRx, discusses ways that pharmacists can prepare their business for the cash crunch that is set to happen in the first several months of next year.

Britney Beck, founder and chief people strategist at Hi-Wire HR Consulting, discusses how pharmacists can navigate the current challenges in the labor market.

The winner was announced during the 2023 NCPA Annual Convention and Expo.

Lindsay Constantino, president and cofounder of Centennial Pharmacy Services, an LTC pharmacy network, talks about how pharmacies can effectively market their services.

Remodeling your pharmacy is about much more than a new paint job and getting rid of old carpets.

Small Business Saturday was created by American Express in 2010 and represents an important sales opportunity for independent community pharmacies across the United States.

Limited veterinary pharmacy training is available, other than a handful of pharmacy schools that provide elective courses on the topic.

Filling prescriptions for animals is essentially the same as filling prescriptions for humans—with some key differences.

Caring for pets is easier when a pharmacist is involved.

A Q&A with Matt Sample, senior vice president of manufacturer and replenishment operations at AmerisourceBergen.

The NACDS Total Store Expo takes place August 12 through 14, 2023 in San Diego, California.

How can e-prescribing improve the workflow between pharmacists and their veterinarian colleagues?

Pharmacy technicians who prioritize learning, networking, and persistence can become incredibly successful in their chosen career.

Social media marketing is a powerful tool that pharmacists can use.

Employers must make changes in order to hire and retain high-quality talent.

What are pharmacies capable of, and how do we work to reach those possibilities?

Filling prescriptions is no longer a sufficient source of revenue for community pharmacy.

NCPA, NACDS, and APhA have joined the Healthcare Distribution Alliance in calling for a delay in the implementation of DSCSA.

Customers expect high-quality customer service. Technology can help pharmacists meet those expectations.

The frequency of drug manufacturer coupon utilization is associated with more market competition—but not patients’ out-of-pocket costs.