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The ‘cobra effect’
The lack of metrics and clarity around professional services means that they are not being pursued to the extent that they should, creating pharmacy’s own ‘cobra effect’ During the early …
Pharmacy prices set to rise: survey
Proprietors and aspiring owners expect prices to increase in 2026, a market sentiment survey reveals The latest Attain Pharmacy Market Sentiment Survey shows almost three-quarters of respondents believe pharmacy prices will rise …
Don’t let Christmas cheer cost you dear
Entertainment expenses – what you need to know in the lead up to Christmas Christmas is right around the corner, and for those who know me well, it’s no secret …
Confronting pharmacy’s ‘inconvenient truth’
Short-term thinking won’t be enough to fix the looming issue of stalled ‘real’ growth in community pharmacy. Bolder, proactive responses are needed An Inconvenient Truth was a documentary that screened …
Financial considerations to prepare your pharmacy for sale
The process of selling a pharmacy can be complex and typically requires a team effort involving owners, brokers, lawyers, accountants, bookkeepers, and other stakeholders, writes Peak Strategies’ Patricia Aditopo Proper …
Can trusts still hold shares?
Understanding the new pharmacy ownership rules in Queensland with Lachlan Ballinger, Yield Advisory The Queensland Government has introduced the most significant changes to pharmacy ownership rules in over 20 years. …
Why paying for expertise is an investment – not a cost
Business brokers, finance experts and legal advisors all provide critical support for pharmacy owners, writes AP Group national sales executive, Chris Swifte When it comes to selling a major asset, …
The price matching monorail
Price matching is analogous to a monorail—it’s a single track strategy, and not necessarily the right track. At its worst, price matching effectively means abdicating your pricing strategy —and therefore …
Building strong relationships in business: tips for success
Throughout my years in business and in life, I have always believed that relationships are the cornerstone of success, writes AP Group national sales executive, Chris Swifte Whether working with …
The power of succession planning and empowering leaders
Succession planning is one of the most important considerations for pharmacy owners, writes AP Group’s Western Australia state manager, Chris Swifte Beyond simply maintaining day-to-day operations, it’s about securing the …
Money for nothing
Many owners are not getting the full benefits from the 8CPA, and the state-based expanded scope programs, primarily due to apathy, which in turn is driven by a lack of …
Pharmacy ownership in Queensland is changing—are you ready?
Big changes are coming up and the time to act is now, writes Lachlan Ballinger There’s been a lot of confusion – and for good reason. The Pharmacy Business Ownership …