The Official VisionWeb Blog

Our online ordering tool has been making ordering easier for both you and your lab. We've included functionality that will allow users a place to enter Dispenser Notes for internal use in their dispensary along with a button for Additional Info.

We are constantly taking note of how our users interact with the platform in order to improve it. For example, we created the Additional Info and Dispenser Notes fields so that your order isn't flagged in the lab's system to be reviewed manually instead of being automatically trayed for processing. Let's show you how to use these features and speed up your ordering capabilities.

Optometry practices are taking many precautions to reduce the spread of any disease in their practice, especially due to the rapid spread of COVID-19. While PPE can protect your staff and patients, how do you ensure that surfaces and your dispensary stay sanitary?

It can be more difficult than you think because certain cleaning solutions can damage your frames, especially if they contain alcohol or bleach. Another thing you have to consider is what guidelines your customers should follow to promote the sanitation of your products.

We have been researching to collect the most creative and affordable ideas opticians have implemented to keep their frame board as touch-free as possible. Let's share a few with you here.

If you're new to The Financial Guide series, we noticed that business management and finance aren't usually courses included in optometry school. So, we wanted to help fill the knowledge gap by providing resources that can guide eyecare practice finances without hiring a financial advisor. With the unprecedented events of 2020 so far, lost revenue is on the mind of many practice owners.

So, you've already created your variance reports and determined how behind you might be in revenue in relation to July of 2019. Now, we want you to create an action plan for recovering from the depression in revenue with these few tips.

Whether you’re considering getting an eyecare practice management system or already have one, it’s good to be aware of a system’s full capability and shortcuts. It’s all about making the most of your investment.

Practice management and EHR systems have come a long way since they were first introduced more than 30 years ago. Just like how smart phones serve as a camera, music player, recorder, and even computer in one device, practice management systems have tons of features that consolidate multiple tasks and processes into one system, especially when integrated with a clearinghouse.

Believe it or not, instant messaging features in your optometry software provide a large benefit to the office workflow in your optometric practice. Less formal than email, instant messaging demands quick responses, whereas email or voice messages tend to sit in their respected storage boxes until they are buried or returned.

Below are a few ways instant messaging can improve your practice.