By Jessica Marshall, Training and Implementation Manager at VetIT.
Part two in our series of blog posts exploring why embracing a new practice management system (PMS) is not only a lot easier than you think but can also be highly beneficial for your practice.
Are you hesitant about upgrading your practice management system? Perhaps you’re concerned about the complexity of transferring all your data, the hassle of getting your team trained on the software or maybe the issue comes down to the potential disruptions to your clinical work.
The benefits of change
Firstly, improved efficiency is a significant advantage. A state-of-the-art system can automate routine tasks, streamline workflows, and reduce administrative burdens, allowing your team to focus more on providing excellent patient care and less on paperwork.
Additionally, enhanced client experience is a key benefit. With features such as online appointment booking, automatic appointment reminders, access to pet health information, and blog posts, you can make it easier for pet owners to engage with your practice.
Furthermore, the latest systems offer advanced analytics and reporting tools, empowering you to make data-driven decisions and improve profitability. Whilst integrations with third-party software, services and business tools can further streamline your operations and enhance the user experience. VetIT for example, integrates with wholesale online ordering partners such as NVS, external laboratory services including NationWide Laboratories, as well as popular software for accounting, client communication and insurance.
Switching to a cloud-based PMS adds even more advantages and flexibility. Your team can access the system from any device, including tablets and smartphones and any location with an internet connection. Apps such as VetIT’s On The Road (OTR), take this flexibility to another level allowing you to seamlessly operate on yards and farms even without an internet connection, syncing with the main PMS as soon as you regain connectivity.
What’s more, cloud-based systems ensure that your data is automatically backed up and secure and regular software updates and maintenance are handled directly by the software provider.
Ultimately, the switch to a new management system enables you to stay competitive, adapt to changing industry trends, and provide the highest level of care to your clients and animal patients.
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If you’d like to talk to one of VetIT’s Technology Consultants about how our tech can help your practice, please click here to book a demo.
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What’s next? Find out more in our blog post series:
Why switching your PMS is worth it! (Part one) – Dispelling the myths
Why switching your PMS is worth it! (Part three) – Top tips to overcome the challenges of the transition period
The article was originally posted in The Cube magazine, June 2024 issue. Click here to read the magazine.
