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An organized categorization system not only enhances the customer experience but also simplifies the maintenance of the pharmacy.

Disorganized categorization and poor displays compromise both the shopping experience and the profitability of the pharmacy. Additionally, a poorly structured management can make maintaining display areas unnecessarily complex and inefficient.

Arranging categories intelligently, with orderly displays and shelves designed for easy restocking and cleaning, improves operational efficiency and reduces the workload for staff. Optimizing product rotation by placing high-demand items in easily accessible areas for daily restocking is crucial.

Check out our in-depth guide to category management for better implementation

Proper displays also make cleaning easier: low-turnover products, often overlooked, should be positioned so that they are visible and easily accessible for maintenance. Periodic procedures shared with all staff help to maintain an orderly and welcoming environment, preventing customers from finding dusty or disorganised shelves.

Using modular displays with adjustable shelves, hooks, and removable baskets allows for quick adaptations of display areas without the need to replace entire shelving units. Additionally, updatable signage, such as magnetic labels, makes seasonal changes and promotions easier to manage.

The quality of display materials plays a crucial role: solutions made from painted metal or glass are not only more durable but also easier to clean, reducing long-term maintenance costs.

A well-organized category management system is not only an operational advantage but also an investment in improving customer experience and optimizing the pharmacy’s profitability.

Practical tips

1

Follow the rotation

Display high turnover products in easily accessible areas every day.
2

Schedule maintenance

Share a maintenance and cleaning schedule for displays with the staff.
3

Modularity matters

Opt for modular displays to make periodic adjustments easier.
4

Quality is essential

Displays made from durable materials like painted metal and glass require less maintenance.
5

Monitor and adapt

Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of category management and adjust based on customer feedback and sales data.