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\"\"By Shepherd Veterinary Software<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) are not exclusive to our veterinary patients. For some practice owners, the mere thought of switching to a cloud-based software<\/a> triggers a similar negative spiral. Fear of change can prevent them from appreciating how a serverless system could optimize their workflow and support future practice growth.<\/p>\n

Like any fear, apprehension about changing software is best conquered with knowledge. Let Shepherd Veterinary Software<\/strong> address the most common fears and stressors. Learn about the comfort and peace of mind that comes with being in the cloud.<\/p>\n

Fear: Data migration will be an enormous hassle<\/h3>\n

This is perhaps the biggest concern among veterinary practice owners and managers\u2014for good reason. In the past, transferring inventory and patient records was painstakingly inefficient, not only because of data loss during the transfer, but also due to the financial loss from closing the practice during the process.<\/p>\n

Reality:<\/strong> Modern cloud-based veterinary practice management systems (PIMS) such as Shepherd Veterinary Software <\/strong>provide step-by-step assistance that streamlines the data migration process. Shepherd\u2019s experienced team understands the implications of switching from server to cloud-based software and provides a wealth of resources and advice to ease the transition and help you anticipate and minimize potential challenges.<\/p>\n

Anxiety: My team will struggle to learn the new system and be less productive<\/h3>\n

No matter how inefficient or frustrating your current PIMS, most team members will find switching to a new, entirely unfamiliar software daunting.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Reality: <\/strong>Modern software options have intuitive, user-friendly designs that reduce errors and increase productivity for all skill levels. With the help of self-paced training modules, ongoing software support, and skill-building resources, most veterinary staff can feel confident using a new PIMS like Shepherd<\/strong> in as little as a few hours. And, if the team hits a snag during the learning process, \u00a0Shepherd\u2019s support team<\/a> is only a call or click away.<\/p>\n

Stress: My practice data will not be secure stored in the cloud<\/h3>\n

When it comes to practice data, on-site servers can provide practice owners with false peace of mind. A physical unit in your clinic or hospital may feel well protected, but server-based PIMS are often more vulnerable to cyber attacks and malware, not to mention physical threats such as fire and water damage.<\/p>\n

Reality: <\/strong>Remote cloud-based storage safeguards your practice\u2019s data through expert monitoring that will identify and address any threat. Automatic security updates and patches keep the system one step ahead of hackers and cyber threats, and automatic syncing ensures access to the latest patient and practice information. There\u2019s also no costly downtime waiting for IT or the release of a system-wide update.<\/p>\n

Fear: The benefits won\u2019t be worth the effort<\/h3>\n

Cloud-based veterinary software is a significant investment of a practice\u2019s finances and resources. It\u2019s only natural to question its proposed benefits and value.<\/p>\n

Reality: <\/strong>As veterinary teams quickly discover, serverless software delivers powerful, game-changing advantages that extend beyond practice management to elevate patient care, enhance the client experience, and shape future growth.<\/p>\n