Dis-Chem is accelerating its wholesale-brand franchise network. Management says its independent pharmacy platform, The Local Choice (TLC), could eventually grow to 500 stores. This aggressive push highlights the ongoing consolidation in South Africa’s independent pharmacy sector. In the year to February, the number of TLC franchise stores increased to 280 from 240. The number of independent pharmacies supplied by Dis-Chem…
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Dis-Chem’s Personalised Healthcare Strategy Redefines Retail
South Africa’s healthcare retail sector is undergoing a bold transformation, with Dis-Chem leading the charge. In a strategic pivot from traditional marketing, Dis-Chem is embracing personalised healthcare to position itself as a fully integrated, tech-driven healthcare provider. This move redefines the pharmacy model, bringing together data, artificial intelligence (AI), and behavioural insights to deliver tailored experiences for every customer. Better…