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FROM ASSESSMENT TO INVESTMENT CLARITY



        Modelling operational impact, efficiency gains, and financial outcomes.







        We conducted a comprehensive assessment for the                              Beyond operational improvements, the successful

        presented BENU Reference Store to model invest-                              realization of automation benefits also depends on

        ment requirements, operational efficiencies, and long- appropriate team training and change management.
        term performance potential. The analysis followed                            This is an important lever for unlocking the full com-
        the standardized PHOENIX framework, ensuring a                               mercial potential of automation.

        consistent and structured evaluation methodology.


        While this case indicates a compelling break-even                            We therefore recommend conducting

        in year 5, actual outcomes depend on the individual

        pharmacy’s operating environment. Store-specific                              a tailored business case to support

        factors – including layout, workload, staffing, and                           reliable, evidence-based decision-making.

        workflow design – can significantly influence results.





                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    year 4       year 5     year 6     year 7
                                                                                                                                                                                                             year 2      year 3
                                                                                                                                                                                  Starting cost   year 1                                Break Even
                                                                                                                                                                                      year 1                                          after 4, 3 years
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