5 Reasons Remote Access Promotes Pharmacy Growth
Posted on Mar 22, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic has forever altered the way we do business. Not only are consumer preferences shifting online, but more jobs and business functions can be conducted virtually as well. While remote work was initially met with hesitancy, we now know that it can benefit everyone – from consumers and employees to the business itself. In fact, here are five reasons remote access promotes pharmacy growth:
1. It boosts productivity.
Remote work can actually increase productivity. In fact, research conducted by Sanford University shows that on average, remote workers are 13% more productive than their on-site colleagues. This is because there are less distractions in a remote work environment. At most pharmacies, team members often struggle to complete tasks while interacting with colleagues and customers. Without these continuous interruptions, remote workers can focus on the task at hand.
2. Employee satisfaction increases.
According to a Forbes article, the remote work also increases employee satisfaction by as much as 20%. This is due to a variety of factors, including reduced commute times for employees. Plus, it allows them to perform their job in an environment and attire they feel comfortable in. Remote work is also associated with better work-life balance because the increased flexibility makes it’s easier to manage both personal and job-related tasks.
3. You have more options.
With cloud-hosted solutions, pharmacies have more choices, from the location to the device that’s used. With remote functionality, you’re no longer tied to your pharmacy’s physical location. You can perform a variety of essential business tasks from anywhere. Plus, traditional Windows-based software typically requires specific computers, printers and other equipment. Alternatively, cloud-hosted software can be accessed on most Wi-Fi enabled devices. The bottom line? You’ll be free to choose what works best for you.
4. You’ll gain unrestricted access.
Remote solutions, including cloud-hosted pharmacy software, provides increased visibility into your business. With 24/7 access, you can verify refills, manage employee activity, view vital reporting and more. As a result, remote functionality makes it easy to keep tabs on everything happening at your pharmacy, especially for multistore owners.
5. You’re better prepared.
Whether it’s a natural disaster or staffing shortages, remote access to your pharmacy can also function as an emergency plan. This is because even if you’re unable to physically be at your store, you can still access your pharmacy system remotely. While some tasks may need to wait until you can regain access to your pharmacy, this ensures your business doesn’t have to come to a complete halt in the meantime. Plus, when you offer remote or hybrid employment options, it’s easier to navigate staffing shortages and it widens your candidate pool exponentially.
Whether you opt for the full, cloud-hosted version of our award-winning pharmacy software, or utilize one of our other ancillary solutions, remote functionality can accelerate your pharmacy’s growth. Request a demo to learn more about all the advanced functionality and features BestRx offers, so you can access your pharmacy from anywhere.