Why is Pharmacy First unique?

Vision and Direction
Pharmacy First has brought together leading industry experts, technology resources, marketing and management advisors, and pharmacists. This grass roots vision, driven by obtaining database information that is currently available and never before tapped, means improved bottom line performance - increased profitability - for participating retail pharmacies.

Infrastructure
Pharmacy First's infrastructure is based on the collective experience of the network's executives and is supplemented by member wholesalers skilled at running their own businesses. This expertise has been gathered from the fields of data collection, manufacturer relations, communications, media development, and human resources ... the genuine talent that pulls all of Pharmacy First's efforts together. Likewise, strategic partnerships have been made with experts who can provide services that members need in order to allow the network to run smoothly and effectively.

Immediacy
As a result of the groundwork that has been laid, Pharmacy First members are able to participate immediately, with no start up cost or monthly fees in the programs and services being provided. While members of other networks usually have to wait months or even years for an agenda to be implemented, and programs developed, Pharmacy First members are already reaping the benefits of membership ... the right products and services offered at the right time and in the right place!

Quality Assurances
Technology is crucial to the success of many programs offered by networks. Pharmacy First not only offers the benefits of data collection and management programs that have a successful track record, we have brought in additional resources to build the highest degree of quality assurance into each and every program. To the Pharmacy member this means that data collection will not only be done correctly, but with complete integrity. Our custom response system has built-in checks and balances. More importantly, our program offers consistency along with high quality

Turn-key Programs and Follow Through Capabilities
The Pharmacy First Network has deliberately designed programs that are virtually "turn-key" in nature, requiring little additional investment of time or money for pharmacists. Our programs have been created with built in back-up support, so that pharmacists have the resources of the Pharmacy First Network behind them. Pharmacy First is positioned to be on the front line for members, ensuring success at the retail store level. For example, merchandising and other marketing support materials will often be provided to help the successful implementation of various programs, as well as manufacturer initiatives that are in place for the benefit of retail pharmacy members and their patients.