Key performance indicators are those that are identified as important to achieving a specific business goal or desired business outcomes and which are measured as an indication of performance against these standards (outcomes). In short, KPIs are a collection of factors and measures that identify performance for a specific organization. They reflect the relative quality […]
(Resource list in this article recently updated on March 13, 2023) The WHO Essential Medicines List (EML) of essential medicines is prepared by the World Health Organization (WHO) with input from the World Health Assembly (WHA). First introduced in 1977 to help document essential medicines, the model list serves as a guide to informed decisions […]
A pharmacy audit is a process by which an auditor checks for the compliance of a pharmacy with pharmacy and other applicable regulations. Pharmacy audits are also important for pharmacy management, as they are a key part of pharmacy quality improvement programs, which is a process by which a pharmacy organization improves the processes and […]
The pharmacy profession is both a challenging and rewarding career with great job satisfaction. They are expected to see patients and write prescriptions, but also to be involved in teaching and research. Pharmacists must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to effectively work with people of all ages and backgrounds. Ever-evolving role […]
The role of the pharmacist has become more central in healthcare system – with changes in technology, the pharmacist now has access to a wealth of information, and patient has a great deal of trust. In this post, we will explore the role of the pharmacist in patient counselling, what to do if a patient […]
In this article we are going to answer a few common questions: – What is discrete manufacturing? Read moreHow to Understand and Analyze the Root Cause? – CAPA Part 1– What is the difference between discrete and process manufacturing? – What are discrete and Process Manufacturing examples? Read moreVoice of Process (VoP) in Manufacturing Industry – […]
Manufacturing pharmaceuticals is a process that requires a great deal of science and experimentation. Several factors such as price, product quality, delivery time, and the reputation of the manufacturer can all affect the final outcome. The limits of the market demand, the manufacturing process, materials used and delivery conditions all influence the performance of the […]
In medical settings, professionalism is defined as the practice of medicine in a manner that protects and promotes the health and welfare of patients and the profession itself. This article discusses how professionalism and ethics in the delivery of quality healthcare is a reflection of a pharmacist’s stance in life. Ethics is about being conscientious […]
Social Listening is probably one of the most misunderstood term in the marketing world today. It is the process of gathering information about people and their opinions, likes and dislikes, and analyzing them in order to take actions, thereby improve business performance and customer satisfaction success. The risk is that if the tools are misused […]
For many years, pharmacy has typically been a career option for students educated in the sciences: premed, dentistry, or nursing. Now, with the emergence of the health care field as a viable career option, pharmacy is becoming a very popular choice for students who are pursuing degrees in the social sciences, humanities, or education. Pharmacists […]
