We’re proud to share that the United Drug Resource Hub has been named winner of the Bank of Ireland Payment Acceptance (BOIPA) Innovation & Service Development (Chain) Award at the 2026 Irish Pharmacy Awards.

This recognition reflects something simple but powerful: when innovation is guided by the real needs of pharmacy teams, it delivers meaningful impact.

Built for the Realities of Irish Community Pharmacy

The UDW Resource Hub was developed in direct response to the everyday challenges facing pharmacies across Ireland.

From increasing patient demand to operational pressures and evolving clinical roles, pharmacy teams need practical, accessible support more than ever. The Resource Hub brings that support together in one place:

• Clinical guidance to support confident, consistent patient care
• Operational tools to streamline day-to-day workflows
• Commercial insights to strengthen business performance

All delivered through a single, easy-to-use digital platform.

What This Means for Your Pharmacy

At its core, the Resource Hub is about saving time and supporting better outcomes.

By centralising key resources, it helps pharmacy teams to:

• Spend less time searching for information
• Support staff with clear, up-to-date guidance
• Deliver a more consistent experience for patients
• Make informed decisions more quickly

In a busy dispensary, small efficiencies make a big difference. The Hub is designed to create those efficiencies—helping teams focus on what matters most: patient care.

A Win for Collaboration and Practical Innovation

This award recognises the collaboration, insight and commitment behind the project.

From initial concept through to delivery, the Resource Hub was shaped by feedback from pharmacy teams across the country. That ongoing partnership ensures it continues to evolve in line with real-world needs, keeping it relevant, practical and valuable.

It also reflects United Drug’s continued focus on innovation that works in practice, not just in theory.

Celebrating Excellence Across the Industry

We were also delighted to sponsor the Business Development (Independent) Award on the night.

A huge congratulations to Rathfarnham Pharmacy, a deserving winner and a brilliant example of what independent pharmacy excellence looks like in Ireland today.

Thank You to the Pharmacy Community

Finally, we’d like to extend our thanks to the wider Irish pharmacy community.

Your commitment, resilience and dedication continue to inspire better ways of working and caring for patients. This award is not just a milestone for United Drug, it’s a reflection of the shared ambition to keep raising standards across community pharmacy.

Want to learn more about the UDW Resource Hub?
Reach out to your United Drug representative or explore the platform to see how it can support your pharmacy team. Visit Resource Hub