There are many things you should consider before investing in a pharmacy fit-out. As a clever businessperson, you will want your investment to be worthwhile. But how can you be sure? And what are some things you need to consider beforehand?
In our new series on the blog, we talk about everything you need to know about the pharmacy fit out process. We walk you through the entire process from the beginning till the end. This is the third post in our series. In this post, we collected seven questions you should ask yourself before you invest in a new pharmacy fit out.
The way to success. Questions to ask yourself before investing in a pharmacy fit-out
A new fit out for your pharmacy can be costly. As a clever entrepreneur, you will want to make sure that your investment will be worthwhile. To ensure the success of the pharmacy refit, you need to think about many things. To help you be better prepared, we collected seven questions you should ask yourself before jumping right into it.
1 What is your end goal?
To make the fit-out of your pharmacy a success, you need to be clear about your aims first. There will probably always be things you will have to improve. But you might not be able to do all of them, especially if you are on a tight budget. Always think about what you want to achieve the most, and give priority to them. Concentrate on changes that will bring the most benefit for your pharmacy.
2 How much money are you willing to spend on a new pharmacy fit-out?
Setting a budget and sticking to it is important. Before the shopfitting process starts, think about how much money you are willing to spend on it. You can get in touch with several pharmacy shopfitters to help you estimate the costs. Make sure that you do not spend more than you can afford.
3 Full or partial fit-out?
If you have been in the pharmacy business for a while, it is important to decide how large the pharmacy fit out project should be. Does your pharmacy need a full refit or will a partial one do? The decision has to be made with your aims and budget in mind. And with regard to the current state of your pharmacy. If you think a full refit might be too costly, it is always better to opt for a partial one. But there is one thing you should never do. Never compromise on quality. It is always better to get less done than doing everything sloppily.
4 Do you want to rebrand your pharmacy?
Think about the current state of your pharmacy. Is it in need of a new, fresh design and look? Does the design reflect your business values still? Would you like to change the image of your pharmacy? If you do, make sure to think about these things as well, and include them in your budget.
5 Would you like to expand your services as part of the pharmacy fit out?
It has almost become a requirement for pharmacies to offer extra healthcare services. If your pharmacy has not had a refit for a while and your main concern is still the dispensary area, you might want to think again. Offering additional healthcare services in your pharmacy can have a huge impact on your business. You can think about adding consultation rooms, supervised consumption areas and treatments rooms as part of the fit-out to make your business even more profitable.
6 How will the pharmacy business and your pharmacy change in the future?
A pharmacy fit-out can be expensive. Once you decide to invest in it, you will want to make sure that it is as future-proof as possible. Think about how your business has evolved in the years since you last had your pharmacy fitted out. Expect the same growth to happen until the next refit rolls around. Anticipate how the business is likely yo change and be prepared to change with it. Makes sure to add extra sockets, cables and lines, and make sure there is always room for growth.
7 What do your customers need?
We left the most important question to the end. Before you start fitting out your pharmacy, make sure you understand who your customers are. Think about what they want and what they need from your pharmacy. And make sure you consider their needs and requirements first.
Are you ready to start fitting out your pharmacy?
Starting a pharmacy fit-out project might be scary. Many things need to be considered, and you will want to ensure it will be successful in the end. Make sure to consider the questions we gathered and discussed in this post today, and start fitting out your pharmacy with confidence. If you are not sure when and why you should invest in a pharmacy refit, make sure to read the previous posts on our blog. And stay tuned for the next ones.
Do you have other questions about the pharmacy fit-out? Contact our team of pharmacy shopfitters for more insight. We are always happy to help.
