June 7, 2025

News, products, marketing and merchandising tips for the
front end of community pharmacies


greetig cards

There's a card for everything

Do you have a happy Father's Day card for my Golden Retriever? Yes, right over here... they are called blank cards—great looking cards ready for your personalized message. smile Blank cards are a good idea for not letting anyone down.


lift

Gift the best seat in the house

Place a big beautiful red bow on a lift chair and a sign that reads "Give Dad the best seat in the house." Add perceived value to all lift chairs and mobility items with a string tag that lists the retail price along with the word "only." For example, "Only $950.00". Remember, string tag. No stick-on price tags.


delivery service

Elevate your delivery service

Offering lift chairs with free delivery or for a small fee is a great idea, but there is a good chance the competition may do the same. Consider changing your offer to "delivery and set-up." Set up means you will carry it into the house, unbox the chair, assemble, if need be, plug it in and make sure it works. Nice.


basket

Don't let hands limit sales

The easiest way to increase out front sales other than great signs are shopping baskets. Strange fact, most people are terrible jugglers, that is why lots of people stop shopping when their hands get filled. Avoid putting the baskets near the door. Instead, display them near the first endcap after entering the store and near the rear of the store.


ownership workshop

Own Your Future

Thinking about buying a(nother) pharmacy, or just want to supercharge your current one? The NCPA Pharmacy Ownership Workshop is packed with insights! You'll learn the ins and outs of everything from smart financials to maximizing your front-end profits. It's a great opportunity to get practical tips and connect with other owners. Get ready to boost your business! Find out more and register today.



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spring clean

Front of store spring cleaning—more than dusting your shelves!

Tis the season...for spring cleaning! Take this opportunity to slowly walk every aisle and section of your store, thinking like a shopper. Do you have a stack of boxes that could block a shopper's path or the view of a shelf? Are there products on your shelves that have been pushed away from the edge, put back in the wrong spot, or could just use some tidying or organizing? Despite the growth of online, WSL Strategic Retail shopper research continues to reinforce that stores are here to stay! Doing "spring cleaning" is a great time to make small improvements that deliver a positive experience for shoppers. Click here to see pictures and ideas on how to improve your store experience and prepare for the season ahead!



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oral care

Monthly Retailer Category Tips—Oral Care

It's the time of year when it's suggested you update your oral care department to drive sales with a focus on education and your product mix. Read more.


Front End Resources for NCPA Members

Being a member of NCPA means you have access to a treasure trove of helpful hints, tips, and resources to make your front end more profitable! Download One-Pager Tips on a variety of topics. The Overhaul of Fame galleries contain hundreds of photos to inspire you, from effective signs to successful end-caps and everything in between. Finally, you and your staff can access several staff training videos that will help you take an objective view of your store, both inside and out!

This wealth of knowledge is due to the fantastic photos, ideas, and suggestions we receive every day from NCPA members like you.


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