Grameenphone has joined hands with MIMPEX Agrochemicals and Goodman Pharmaceuticals to bring digital tools to farms and pharmacies, a move meant to help farmers, small shops and patients by making services faster and easier. The agreement sets out joint work that uses mobile networks, apps and local support so people can get fast advice, order supplies more smoothly, and keep clear records without long waits or guesswork. Leaders at the signing said the work will focus on practical steps that draw on Grameenphone’s digital reach and MIMPEX and Goodman’s farming and medicine supply experience to help each other reach more people. For farmers, the partnership plans to improve access to timely crop advice, weather alerts and supply ordering through phone-based services and visits by local agronomists, so growers can plan better and reduce the chance of crop loss. For pharmacies and clinics, the idea is to streamline orders, track stock and improve delivery of essential medicines, so patients face fewer delays when they need treatment. Grameenphone’s role is to provide the digital tools and mobility services while MIMPEX and Goodman bring sector knowledge, supply chains and local networks that make rollout practical. The partners say their work will also aim to cut waste and speed up supply chains so the right products reach stores and farms at the right time, which can lower costs and avoid shortages. Training for local staff, shop owners and farmers is part of the plan so people learn to use the tools and get hands-on help rather than being left to figure things out alone. The companies will run small tests first to learn what works and then expand in stages, using feedback from farmers, shopkeepers and health staff to improve the services. Team members stressed that data safety and clear rules are important so small sellers and patients keep control of their information. Local teams from each company will work together to solve real problems, measure results and report back so the program can improve over time. The tone at the event was practical and hopeful: the move is aimed at real gains like fewer shortages, less waste, firmer incomes for farm families and steadier supplies for clinics. If pilot steps go well, the partners expect a wider rollout that could help reduce costs, improve access to advice and medicine, and boost local businesses that serve rural communities. By combining a large telecom’s reach with trusted local companies and careful testing, the partnership hopes to give farmers and health providers simple digital tools they can use now and manage themselves as needs grow and clear benefits.
