Technology
RxSafe announces exclusive relationship in the Middle East, North Africa
SAN DIEGO – RxSafe has announced a new exclusive OEM/value-added reseller relationship with Mannai Trading Company WLL. This alliance focuses on introducing RxSafe automated adherence systems throughout the Middle East & North Africa (MENA).
UPS teams with AmerisourceBergen to transport medical products via drone
UPS announced on Tuesday its latest drone logistics partnership with wholesale pharmaceutical distributor AmerisourceBergen.
Retail Business Services to launch ScanIt Mobile technology
QUINCY, MASS. – Retail Business Services, a subsidiary of Ahold Delhaize USA, on Thursday said implementation of its ScanIt Mobile solution for frictionless checkout is on track to reach 30 grocery stores by year’s end.
Self-translating pharmaceutical labels from Third Aurora could disrupt industry
New technology, enabling consumers to read packaging labels written in any language, will become the norm for the pharmaceutical industry within 12 months, according to digital marketing specialist Dave Chaffey.
Independent pharmacies win 2019 Digital Excellence Awards
Digital Pharmacist, a rapidly growing software company that powers digital communication and adherence solutions for more than 7,500 pharmacies, Friday announced the winners of the fourth annual Digital Pharmacist Awards.
Walmart taps Nuala O’Connor for new digital role
Walmart has appointed Nuala O’Connor to a new role as senior vice president and chief counsel of digital citizenship. In that role, O’Connor will focus on Walmart’s use of data and technology to advance the retailer’s goals, the company said.
Walgreens Boots Alliance appoints global CIO
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) announced Friday that Francesco Tinto was named global chief information officer (CIO) and senior vice president at the company.
ACHC and KloudScript partner
Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) announce a partnership with KloudScript. This collaboration combines a comprehensive solution to accessing specialty pharmacy care at the retail level with the industry’s top-notch accreditation services.
GIANT Food Stores intros pharmacy app
To make it easier for customers to manage their prescriptions, GIANT Food Stores has launched the GIANT Pharmacy App. When utilizing the free app, customers can request refills, transfer prescriptions and view prescription history.
AZOVA debuting Digital Healthcare Marketplace at NACDS
AZOVA announced Thursday its plans to debut the first ever Digital Health Marketplace bringing consumer access to pharmacy clinical services this month during National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) TSE Conference.
CHC Conference: Innovate, digitize and integrate
The Nicholas Hall Group of Companies, in association with Everything Health, held its North American Consumer Healthcare Conference (CHC) here in June. With attendees from key CHC players and stakeholders, and speakers from companies including Bayer Corp.
Delivering improved outcomes with central fill technology
An aging population, rising drug costs, DIR fees, value-based insurance plans, disruptive new market players and new specialty drugs are just a few of the rapidly evolving trends that continue to put pressure on the industry and pull pharmacy staff in directions that take time away from consultative
Technology: Advancing the practice of pharmacy
It’s no secret that community pharmacy is facing a period of tremendous challenge.
Younique unveils augmented reality tool to transform the beauty buying experience
Younique has launched the Younique Beauty Guide: the brand’s first try-on tool that bridges the gap between an online and on-site shopping experience. This one-of-a-kind tool utilizes state-of-the-art facial analysis to allow the user to virtually try on cosmetic products before they purchase.
Kroger to pilot Print Mates photo kiosks in Atlanta stores
Generation Next Franchise Brands announced Tuesday a pilot with Kroger Co.’s Atlanta Division for Generation Next’s subsidiary, Print Mates digital photo printing kiosks.