Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), a leading Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) committed to empowering independent pharmacies, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with SureCost, a cutting-edge pharmacy purchasing solution. This collaboration aims to enhance the purchasing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall success of community pharmacies across the nation.
SUN PRAIRIE, Wis., Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC), a leading Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) committed to empowering independent pharmacies, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with SureCost, a cutting-edge pharmacy purchasing solution. This collaboration aims to enhance the purchasing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall success of community pharmacies across the nation.
Why This Partnership Matters:
- Smarter Buying Decisions: SureCost’s advanced analytics and data-driven insights empower pharmacies to make informed purchasing decisions. By leveraging real-time market data, IPC members can optimize their inventory, negotiate better prices, and reduce wastage.
- Streamlined Procurement: With SureCost’s user-friendly platform, pharmacies gain access to a vast network of suppliers, streamlined ordering processes, and seamless integration with existing systems. Say goodbye to manual paperwork and hello to efficiency.
- Purchase Manager Compliance Insights ™ – Understand your compliance performance in real-time with SureCost and automatically adhere to all your vendor agreements. Watch our 1-minute video to see how Purchase Manager Compliance Insights will:
* Drive 100% compliance across all your agreements.
* Track and monitor compliance performance.
* Maximize your pharmacy’s rebates.
* Cost Savings: IPC and SureCost are committed to driving down costs for independent pharmacies. By leveraging collective
purchasing power, IPC members can secure competitive pricing on pharmaceuticals, supplies, and equipment.
What IPC Members Can Expect:
- IPC members will benefit from improved margins, allowing them to reinvest in patient care, expand services, and thrive in a competitive market.
- SureCost’s robust analytics provide actionable insights, enabling pharmacies to optimize inventory levels, reduce excess stock, and improve cash flow.
- IPC and SureCost foster a collaborative environment where independent pharmacies can share best practices, learn from each other, and collectively elevate the industry.
Quotes:
“This is an exciting partnership with SureCost; together, we’ll empower independent pharmacies to thrive making smarter purchasing decisions.” said Marc Essensa, CEO, IPC.
About Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC): IPC is a member-owned GPO dedicated to supporting independent pharmacies across the United States. With a focus on advocacy, purchasing power, and operational excellence, IPC empowers pharmacies to thrive in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape.
With SureCost, pharmacies save time and money, stay compliant and work smarter. SureCost Purchase ManagerTM eliminates price shopping and multiple purchase orders in various formats, cutting down hours spent on purchasing by centralizing all vendor catalogs. Pharmacies can easily explore purchasing options, including alternative item equivalents, and gain visibility into market pricing, saving an average of 2-5% on their annual spend thanks to Purchase Manager. With SureCost Inventory Manager TM, pharmacies reduce excessive inventory 10-20% by leveraging real-time insights into product availability, coupled with automated replenishment orders, to prevent backorders. The SureCost Mobile App and SureCost DSCSA Compliance Packages allow pharmacies to receive inventory from anywhere, while simultaneously capturing and storing DSCSA data.
For media inquiries, please contact: IPC Marketing Department, Email: [email protected]
Media Contact
Matt Tompkins, Independent Pharmacy Cooperative, 1 608-478-1099, [email protected], https://www.ipcrx.com/
SOURCE Independent Pharmacy Cooperative
