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Small things can have big effects on your practice
The veterinary world is constantly evolving and for your practice to be successful within such a demanding marketplace you need to gain as much competitive edge as possible. 

It may surprise you but when it comes to business, even small things such as your email address or not having a website can be the difference between a client choosing you or the practice down the road.

Many practices have long enjoyed the benefits of email and it has revolutionised the way we work. Access to instant, paperless communication, which can reach audiences anywhere and at any time, has proved to be an invaluable business tool.

However, it isn’t just businesses that have become more technically minded, clients now have higher expectations when it comes to the use of the Internet and emails.

Having a web presence is important if you want to engage with new and existing clients. Many people run searches on Google when looking for a vet in a certain locality and if your practice doesn’t appear but your competitor does, then who will be more likely to get the business?

Many practices have long enjoyed the benefits of email and it has revolutionised the way we work.
The same can be said for email addresses. If one practice has an email address ending in, for example  @yahoo.co.uk or @gmail.com and a competitor ends in @mypractice.co.uk, will a client form a judgment about the practices?

Using practice email addresses on a dedicated practice email system arguably looks more professional and with a suitable practice mail set-up, all email records will remain the property of the practice, multiple mailboxes can be created for different personnel and data storage can be as much or as little as you need.

The Vision Email Solution available from AT Veterinary Systems can assist you in registering your desired domain name and offers a complete email solution for the whole practice that is easy to set up, use and administer. It can be used alongside any practice management system. If you would like more information regarding emails or websites then please email enquiries@vetsystems.com.

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FIVP publishes CMA Compliance Checklist

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 FIVP has published a CMA Compliance Checklist to support independent practices with the Market Investigation Order.

The document includes deadlines for small and large businesses, with tick boxes for each of the tasks. The organisation also invites practices to contact them for support with requirements.

Rita Dingwall, FIVP chair, said: FIVP appreciates that navigating the new CMA requirements can feel daunting. We hope this checklist will make things a little easier, helping independent practices work through what is required with confidence. 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.