Moving into 2021, the demands on hospital pharmacy operations have not abated. And while some practice areas have taken a backseat to more pressing issues, the fact remains that optimal operations depend on the cooperative relationship between expert staff and leading-edge technology. Add in obligations for regulatory and accreditation compliance, internal QA and QC, staffing, waste management, and the wide-ranging impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the pharmacy director’s dance card is full.

With the 2021 Pharmacy Purchasing & Products Resource Guide close at hand, pharmacy directors and managers can remain abreast of the latest tools, technologies, and services available to assist with these responsibilities. This year’s guide—our 16th annual—provides easy access to over 200 product and service providers that can directly improve the safety, quality, and efficiency of your hospital pharmacy practice. With new products and providers entering the marketplace at a rapid rate, you can now turn to PP&P’s Resource Guide for the answers you need.

Finding the right technology and automation fit for a specific pharmacy operation can be a challenging task. This is why we have continued to build and refine our own repository of information for your use through this Resource Guide, and its online companion: www.2finditnow.com. This online pharmacy resource is larger and more robust than ever and delivers the same access as our print Resource Guide; just a few clicks connect you to the vendor or consultant of your choice. We invite you to reach out and let us know if there are additional products or services you would like to see included in FindIt.

Thank you for your continued support this year. We look forward to providing new and exciting pharmacy coverage in 2021 and for serving as a port in the storm.

All the best,

R. Mitchell Halvorsen
Publisher