February 2, 2024 IPN Communications

United Drug Business Development Independent Award

* Open to all pharmacies with less than 3 stores

The United Drug Business Development (Independent) Award serves to recognise those who have
displayed success in terms of sales, training, recruitment, customer service, product development or other areas of business development.

Entries should demonstrate an innovative approach to creating new business, and outline the
timescales, objectives and results of the initiative.

Judges will look for a business initiative that stands out in terms of its scale, scope or approach. This award will credit the company that has demonstrated excellent levels of customer service backed by clear standards and adequate monitoring performance.

Account will be taken of:

  • Clear demonstration of an identified need and personal rationale along with details of the process of implementation from concept to design, planning and results
  • Evidence will be displayed for plans for further research and development
  • Evidence of a sound business plan, sales and marketing strategies
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive the business forward Innovation and ambition

Guidelines for entry:

  • Application forms for awards entries must be received via email by midnight, 29th March 2024
  • Please restrict answers to no more than 350 words unless otherwise stated.
  • Supporting material such as annual reports, graphs, videos, financial data and so on may be included.