You can use this drop down to filter by previous PMS system usedLouise Jelley Andrew Jelley Opticians (2 Sites)
Joined in 2008 | Previous System - New setup
Amongst the many impressive features of the service is the very comprehensive and immediate help line. Nothing is too much trouble for the very patient people of Optix! As we use more and more of its functions, we don’t know how we ever operated without Optix.
Robb ScottDyer & Scott Opticians (2 Sites)
Joined in 2009 | Previous System - IRIS
Optix has enabled us to feel secure in our patient records and given us detailed knowledge of how the business is functioning on a daily basis. After nearly 30 years of running the business "by the seat of our pants" it has given us great peace of mind and a secure basis to grow the business. The Read more BI is a mine of information and Optix itself is constantly improving and actually listens to its client base and implements changes that are requested. Nothing is perfect but the guys at York try to deliver as near as damn it
Jayne SimcockSpecialeyes
Joined in 2008 | Previous System - New setup
We were very worried when moving from paper to computer. 80% of the staff are over 40 and had not used a computer in the workplace never mind used a PMS. The training provided gave us confidence straight away and the telephone support is second to none.
It has allowed us to expand the practice but Read more reduce costs at the same time. We no longer needed the accountant to do all the book keeping and the monthly figures which reduced our overheads and among other things we implemented a direct debit scheme for Contact Lens wearers which increased profits.
John DuffyDuffy Optometrists (3 Sites)
Joined in 2005 | Previous System - SDS
We have been using the Optix practice management software in our three practices for some years now and are still finding new features and discovering new benefits. Trevor Rowley's unique background as both optometrist and 100% geek provide him with an amazing insight into the needs of everyday Read more optometric practice and how to develop the software to make this happen. This is then delivered in a package that is not only incredibly intuitive but backed by amazing support and service from the team in York. These folk also listen to us, if we have a problem they sort it, if we have a good idea they listen and the program evolves - amazing!
Faisal Bashir Ellis Bass Optometrists
Joined in 2003 | Previous System - New setup
We have been using Optix for nearly 10 years now and I can certainly say it is one of those essential, 'must have', tools that every practice needs. The software does everything you need it to including paperless clinical records, managing our contact lens direct debits and sending out patient Read more recalls, just to name a few of its features. The easy to use software is well thought out and very user friendly. The Optix BI interface helps me look at my KPIs on a regular basis without too much hassle at just a click of a button. The support team are excellent and very knowledgeable and you have access to all the senior management team for help and advice. What is fantastic about Optix is that the software continues to evolve. Every year the team work hard to give us some new features, usually things that are well ahead of the other systems out there. As an independent practice, I feel that we can compete and offer services that many larger optical companies do thanks to Optix.
Hassan MohamadDocker & Wilson
Joined in 2010 | Previous System - Optinet
Having been Optix users for over 3 years now, I can genuinely say it was one of the best business decisions I ever made. Although moving systems is always tough, the control that Optix has given us over our KPIs, business intelligence, Direct Debit payments and general practice tasks is Read more phenomenal. It is as powerful as it is intuitive, saves time (hence money!) and definitely gives you information that will change the way you do business.
Aside from the system itself, customer service is excellent and the relationship between users and the company is warm and unique – very un-corporate: A breath of fresh air!
Tony LawrenceThe Vision Centre
Joined in 2004 | Previous System - New setup
We are in our tenth year as a user of Optix and quite simply it has become the cornerstone of our practice! it is simple to use, quick to respond, robust and reliable. I Have used many practice management systems both 'off the shelf' and 'bespoke' and quite simply none of them are a shade on Optix. Read more Our Optometrist loves the clinical modules, the staff love the diary and dispensing modules, My wife loves the administration functions and I get a fantastic insight into the performance of my business from the Business Intelligence module. The functionality of the system pays for itself in man hours saved, allowing us to focus more time on our patients. If you are thinking of switching to Optix, it really is a no brainer!
Liz JacksonOakwood Eyecare (3 Sites)
Joined in 2007 | Previous System - Acuitas
We work hard to provide a seamless, professional service to our patients, where the patient is the main focus. It is paramount to us that our practice management system enhances this service, rather than detracts or takes away our focus from our main objective - Optix delivers on this for Read more us!
Optix has provided us with a comprehensive, stable system that fits together in such a way that we have felt able to embrace most areas that the system has to offer us - diary, patient records, paperless testing, recall, till management, reporting, dispensing, stock control and order management. Our staff found it quite organic to use so it slotted into our patient journey easily - including pre screening diary management for multiple Optoms. Where we have needed support, Optix staff have been available quickly, been very patient with us, and remained solution focussed no matter how challenging our requests may have been!
Trevor and his team have always been very amenable to new ideas, but without making false promises that have either not been delivered or been unreliable in their execution.
It is a true reflection of the engagement of the Company that Optix provide an unmoderated forum for users, where we can share best practice and ideas, as well as openly discuss changes that we feel would be of benefit.
I would certainly encourage potential customers to look at Optix - no system can be perfect for everyone but this is certainly the best fit for us.
Imran HakimHakim Group (21 Sites)
Joined in 2013 | Previous System - See 20/20
Having used and trialed almost every PMS in the optical sector, I have finaly concluded that for a business like ours that has multiple sites and a need for visibility across all locations, whilst maintaining consistency, Optix is the perfect, future-focused partner. It affords you a wealth of Read more analysis and gives you the tools to run the practice effectively. I am looking forward to leveraging the competitive advantage that the system provides to continue our aggressive growth plan.
Rosemary McWatters McWatters Opticians
Joined in 2012 | Previous System - New setup
Having used four different software systems over several years working for other practices I had a fair idea what I wanted and did not want for my new practice. I had a list of my needs and what I wanted from a computer system. Something that I did not have to add expensive modules on to when I Read more decided I needed them or could afford them but a management system that would do everything I wanted to from the start. A computer system that helped me make sense of the information I was gathering and that did not make my life difficult. A company that respected me as a user and did not patronise me as if I did not know what I was talking about.
I did all the research and there was no contest, Optix definitely ticked the most boxes by a long way. - it was the clear winner and in the end the obvious and natural choice. Everyone gets the whole system for one price and it is regularly upgraded with input to developments and improvements from the users. It is an intuitive system and having trained staff on other software that I realised was particularly valuable. The learning curve is eased by the subtle familiarity of the screen layout.
BI - so much useful information that we are learning how to make work for us as we explore it further. Reports we think we need, did not realise we needed and may one day need.
Support - I cannot say enough in praise of the support team. The best thing is we do not have to phone them too often as problems are not a big feature of our weekly routine. We are reassured, however, that they are always there and so when we do stupid things, or even if the computer does it, they are gracious and helpful and get it sorted.
For those who like computers there is lots to explore, for those who see them as a necessary evil there is a simpler functionality that will appeal.
You are supposed to learn something new every day and Optix continues to teach us daily so we can gradually aspire to exploiting its full potential, which is immense.