For the Alcon Ophtha Carve Out Distribution Switch is the date at which the new owner takes responsibility to distribute the Ophtha products to the trade customers (Pharmacies, wholesalers, tender business, etc.)
Prior to this date, local Alcon and Pharma affiliates should prepare for the transfer of all Ophtha activities related to distribution (i.e. order management, warehousing, documentation, importation, Quality Assurance (QA) release, etc.) from Alcon to Pharma
Distribution Switch is important for FRA due to its effect on the accounting treatment of Ophtha related transactions resulting from the transfer of ownership between Alcon and Pharma (activities formerly completed by Alcon are now completed by Pharma)