In Australia, there are a number of cloud practice management software solutions for dentists to choose from. But what is cloud and what should you be looking for when choosing the best dental software for your practice?

Cloud technology quietly exists in many aspects of our everyday lives. From keeping us connected to family and friends, entertaining us, and enabling us to work remotely and much more.

For dentistry in recent years, we have seen cloud prove to be transformative and it will continue to support dental practitioners as we deal with the ongoing impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, rising costs of living, staff shortages and more.

Not all cloud software is the same.

There are seven key elements at the heart of cloud practice management software that we recommend you consider, when assessing different cloud practice management software solutions.

1. Does It Save You Money?
   There is no need for expensive hardware and servers. All data is stored securely in the cloud. To keep your practice running smoothly and cost-effectively, there is no need for disruptive and costly downtime!
2. Is It Scalable?
   As you grow and develop your practice, you need to be sure that your practice management software will run effectively - whether you develop your single site practice or if you are thinking about operating multiple practices sites.
3. Performance
   All you need is an internet connection and to run a web browser. It should run on unlimited computers and is compatible with a number of different operating systems.
4. Is It Secure?
   Are robust policies, technologies and controls in place that strengthen the security of your data and protect against potential threats?
5. Speed
   Vast amounts of resources can be provisioned to ensure that speed is never an issue.
6. Productivity
   No set up or maintenance required. Compatible with multiple operating systems and works on multiple devices. Automatic back up and daily updates happen without disruption or the need for restarts or downtime, and
7. Reliability
   Continuity of service is guaranteed by spreading the way the service is delivered across multiple servers.

Henry Schein One APAC delivers leading dental practice management software, including Dentally, our cloud solution for faster, simpler practice management.



             

Article Published in Dental Solutions May-June 2023