Store Set-up

Important guidelines for getting down to business.

If you are building a new pharmacy, you will want to lay out both the front end and behind the counter of the pharmacy. If you are purchasing an existing pharmacy, you may need to evaluate the store to determine the specific design and layout improvements that should be made.

Here are a few guidelines that can give you a head start:

Lay out the pharmacy behind the counter for maximum workflow efficiency
Lay out the front end of the store for proper product adjacencies, proximity to the pharmacy counter of products that require patient counseling such as diabetic supplies, analgesics and vitamins, ability to see all areas of the store and detect theft, and so on
Make your store accessible and inviting to patients with disabilities by planning to accommodate walkers, wheelchairs, and other mobility aids

The Health Mart Web site has many more resources to help with your store setup. Visit Health Mart to learn more.

Next: Creating an environment.

Décor and signage are very important elements that affect the setup of your pharmacy. Get the facts about creating a professional and welcoming environment for your customers.

>> Learn about environment.