Walgreens partners with Veeva Systems

Walgreens and Veeva Systems, a provider of software, data and services for the life sciences industry, have forged a long-term partnership intended to help life sciences companies improve patient outcomes.

The partnership enriches Veeva Data Cloud products and allows Walgreens to better serve life sciences through access to Veeva Data Cloud and Veeva Clinical Platform, the companies said.

"As the front door to health care for most communities, Walgreens remains the independent partner of choice for life sciences companies looking to improve patient outreach and engagement," said Walgreens Boots Alliance CEO Tim Wentworth. "Collaborating across the industry, combining our unmatched retail pharmacy and specialty pharmacy strengths with best-in-class technology products, is another way we're making healthcare more connected in the U.S."

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"As a neighborhood health destination and modern pharmacy for millions, Walgreens plays a critical role in the healthcare ecosystem," said Veeva CEO Peter Gassner. "Partnering with Walgreens expands the breadth of data in Veeva Data Cloud, giving life sciences companies the high-quality data they need to better understand market trends and improve patient outcomes."

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