Technology is revolutionising the way dental practices are managed and marketed. Today's dentists must leverage technology and data management to run successful practices. It is essential for dental clinics to adopt the latest technologies available. Our era is advancing so rapidly that clinics unable to keep pace may eventually lose their competitive edge in the industry. However, one of the most common misconceptions among dentists is the perceived cost of cloud-based dental systems. Contrary to what many dentists believe, moving to a cloud-based system can actually reduce your costs.
So, how can you reduce operating costs without compromising the quality of patient care? You might want to consider cloud-based practice management as a way to cut expenses. Here are three key ideas that dentists and practice managers should consider:
One of the most important things to remember about IT specialists is that their services are always needed. Why? Because issues will inevitably arise with the hardware you use. We’re not saying you can bid farewell to your IT specialist when you switch to a cloud-based system; rather, we’re suggesting that you won’t need technical services as frequently as before.
When you manage your dental practice with cloud-based software, you don’t need a server. You will no longer require an IT specialist to set up, configure, and maintain a server that typically needs replacing every four to five years. Additionally, you can forget about the need for IT support to set up a backup system or install upgrades.
With a cloud-based system, there is no need for expensive hardware; all you need are computers for your staff and a reliable internet connection. The ease of use and installation, which doesn’t require an on-site representative, also means you won’t incur setup and training costs.
You can also save on backup costs when you switch to a cloud-based system. Daily backups can be done in various ways. Some practices copy patients' personal health information onto an external disk or drive. This information is then stored offsite, often haphazardly.
While dental practices typically use servers, the consequences of a flood, fire, or theft can be detrimental to you and your practice. Some practices use a data backup service to store patient information in the cloud. A cloud-based management system eliminates the need for you or your staff to handle data backups. In the cloud, your data is mirrored across multiple servers in different locations. This multiple storage and backup system completely prevents any potential data loss. Medicasimple takes these top-tier security measures to prevent data loss in clinics, ensuring that the level of service provided to patients remains at its highest.
A cloud-based management system reduces your hardware costs because you don’t need as much local computing power. Instead of investing in processors, memory, and RAM, you can use any computer at a lower cost.
If you’re using an in-house server, you’ll need to replace it every three to five years. The more you invest, the longer it will last. However, it’s important to remember that with each passing year, your server will become slower and less reliable. Of course, when you move your practice to the cloud, you can forget about server and hardware concerns altogether.
Because a cloud-based system automatically updates itself, you won’t need to invest in the “latest version.” There will be no servers to upgrade or add, and no other hardware to replace.
If you want to reduce the time, resources, and costs spent on computer or server hardware in your clinic, Medicasimple could be the solution for you. For a cloud-based system that saves both time and money, contact the Medicasimple team today. To learn more, email us at [email protected].
