Greater purchase volumes enable larger chains to negotiate better prices and terms with wholesalers and manufacturers. Independent pharmacies, on the other hand, don’t benefit from the same economies of scale, which makes obtaining acceptable rates for drugs and other terms more difficult.
Today’s independent retail pharmacies face a myriad of challenges, from managing an increasingly wide breadth of products, to finding time to assist customers, to ensuring consistent regulatory compliance. Just look at the numbers. Read more >
