Abstract
The major problem facing the Wholesale & Distribution industry is its low
profit margin which is in the region of only 1-2%. However, this market is
entering into a crucial period with many key products losing patent
protection, facing heavy generic competition. As generics are priced lower
than their branded counterparts, the actual dollar profit on them taken by W&D
companies, for their movement, is reduced. In the light of this, other key
factors such as new pricing and distribution models are also discussed in more
detail. Other important issues that are affecting the industry and discussed
in detail include:
- 1. Drug Counterfeiting
- 2. Direct-to-Pharmacy Distribution
- 3. Parallel Trade
- 4. Canada and US Drug Reimportation
- 5. Internet drugs: Mail Order and On-line Pharmacies.
The objectives of this report are to understand the W&D industry, why it
occurs, who it affects, different natures of wholesale-distribution and what
kinds of strategies are involved. Wholesale-Distribution has both pros and
cons for different healthcare stakeholders. Wholesale-Distribution is a
complex area, where there are many "grey" areas.
In particular, The Pharmaceutical Wholesale and Distribution Sector
concentrates on the following essential aspects of the industry:
- Discussion of the current W&D market
- Forecast of the big three US wholesalers from 2008-2013
- Drivers and restraints facing the W&D market
- Opportunities and threats facing the W&D market
- Commercial prospects for the W&D market
- Discussion of unmet needs
This report examines the industry critically through a comprehensive review of
available information, including that from commercial databases and other
highly relevant sources, including SWOT analysis. Visiongain applies financial
forecasting, qualitative analyses and the assessment of unmet needs to provide
a comprehensive market report with detailed analysis and informed opinion.
Why you should buy this report:
- To receive a comprehensive analysis of the prospects for the W&D market
- To discover predicted revenues, growth rates and other key metrics for the
big three US wholesalers from 2008-2013
- To determine key activities of leading pharmaceutical manufacturers
- To determine the forces that influence the W&D market
- Competitive characteristics of the market
- Drivers
- Restraints
- Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT analysis)
- To find out where the W&D industry is heading - both technologically and
commercially
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