The Reality of Formulary Models
Formulary models mirror a corporate-style structure. Under this approach, decisions are largely made for you. You’re typically instructed on:
- Which wholesaler you must use
- Which products you should buy
- A fixed list of approved items you’re expected to follow
While this structure can offer simplicity on the surface, it comes with clear limitations. You are tied into a set list of products and suppliers, often with little flexibility to adapt to changing clinical needs, product shortages, or personal preferences. In effect, choice is replaced by compliance – and your autonomy is reduced.
How a PBG Model Is Different
Premier Buying Group is built on a very different philosophy.
Rather than dictating decisions, our preferred product list is designed to support independents. The focus is on securing enhanced rebates and commercial benefits, while keeping clinical independence at the heart of every choice.
With PBG:
- You choose the products that work best for your patients
- You aren’t locked into a single wholesaler or rigid purchasing pathway
- You retain control, while still benefiting from collective buying power
The preferred product list exists to guide and inform – not to mandate. It highlights opportunities for improved value without compromising professional judgment.
Independence Matters
Veterinary professionals know that no two environments are the same. What works well in one setting may not be right in another. That’s why independence isn’t just a “nice to have” – it’s essential.
If you value your autonomy, you should have the freedom to make your own choices. At PBG, we recognise this, aiming to support smarter purchasing while respecting your expertise and decision-making authority.
The Bottom Line? Formularies restrict. PBG empowers.