Cencora Launches Accelerate Pharmacy Solutions to Enhance Support for Hospital and Health System Customers

Strategy reflects Cencora’s commitment to meet customers’ evolving needs

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cencora, a global healthcare company, announced the launch of Accelerate Pharmacy Solutions, a unified portfolio of solutions designed to help hospital and health systems customers optimize operations and improve financial performance.

Accelerate Pharmacy Solutions brings together Cencora’s suite of pharmacy and supply chain solutions, enabling Cencora to deliver an enhanced customer experience and integrated support to address customers’ evolving needs. The solutions range from specialty drug purchasing and cost management strategies to logistics, transport, supply chain and inventory management solutions.

“Healthcare is changing fast, and we recognize the emerging challenges and pressures our customers face today,” said David Tinsley, who was recently appointed SVP and General Manager of Accelerate Pharmacy Solutions. “The development and launch of Accelerate Pharmacy Solutions reflect our commitment to provide our customers with the support and solutions they need to overcome challenges, drive growth and continue to deliver high-quality care.”

A recent report published by the American Hospital Association shows hospitals and health systems continue to face significant pressures, including increasing operational costs.

Cencora partners with hospitals and health systems across the country, ranging from small regional health systems to the nation’s largest specialized providers and sites of care. The design and deployment of Accelerate Pharmacy Solutions aims to help customers:

• Optimize operations through access to solutions — from inventory storage and tracking to specialized freight solutions — that support a flexible and resilient supply chain.
• Improve financial performance through bespoke solutions that serve health systems effectively and efficiently, improving insights, connecting data and automating processes.
• Expand care by leveraging solutions, including pharmacy-to-patient solutions, designed to improve access and outcomes for patients.
• Safeguard tomorrow through a variety of services, including solutions to ensure reliable and consistent access to critical therapies.

“We work closely with our customers to understand their operational, financial and strategic priorities, and then deliver support – or tailor solutions — to help them achieve those goals,” said Matt Glucksmann, SVP & President, Health System and Government Services, Cencora. “As our customers navigate a rapidly changing healthcare landscape, we’re focused on solving their most critical problems through meaningful partnership, industry-leading technology and expert advice with the goal of creating better experiences and outcomes for their pharmacy and patients.”

For more information on Accelerate Pharmacy Solutions, visit here. Leaders from Cencora will also be at ASHP Midyear’s Clinical Meeting & Exhibition on Dec. 8 – 12 in New Orleans. Conference attendees interested in learning more can visit Cencora’s booth (No. 547).

About Cencora

Cencora is a leading global pharmaceutical solutions organization centered on improving the lives of people and animals around the world. We partner with pharmaceutical innovators across the value chain to facilitate and optimize market access to therapies. Care providers depend on us for the secure, reliable delivery of pharmaceuticals, healthcare products, and solutions. Our 46,000+ worldwide team members contribute to positive health outcomes through the power of our purpose: We are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. Cencora is ranked #10 on the Fortune 500 and #24 on the Global Fortune 500 with more than $250 billion in annual revenue. Learn more at www.cencora.com.