Proposed enhancements:
a) Training and support:
Specialized training: develop training programs specifically for pharmacy and medical
clinic staff to help them understand and efficiently use OPS system.
24/7 Customer support: provide around the clock customer support with staff
knowledgeable about the healthcare sector.
Comprehensive onboarding: provide thorough onboarding sessions to ensure that new
users are comfortable with the system.
b) Products enhancements:
User friendly interface: Simplify User interface, for ease of use even for those with
limited digital skills
Localization: Adapt the POS system to support local languages and currency (Kenya
shillings)
Mobile and offline capabilities: Provide for capabilities compatible with mobile devices
and offline functionality to cater for areas with unreliable internet access
c) Tailored marketing and education:
Industry-specific content: create marketing materials that highlight how POS systems
benefit pharmacies, Chemists and clinics
Workshops and webinars: organize industry specific webinars and workshops
demonstrating the OPS system’s capabilities tailored to healthcare settings
d) Integration with Healthcare systems:
Healthcare software Integration: Integrate the POS system with popular Electronic
Medical Records (EMR) systems, Pharmacy management software, inventory
management systems used in Kenyan clinics and pharmacies
Insurance and billing: ensure the POS system can handle insurance billing, claims
processing and local mobile payment methods such as MPESA
e) Review Sales strategies:
Demonstration and free trials: offer free trials and live demonstrations to allow
potential facilities experience systems firsthand
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Partnerships with local organizations: collaborate with local healthcare associations an
pharmacy networks to build trust and credibility
Referral programs: adopt referral programs where existing customers refer new clients
in exchange for discounts or incentives
f) Feature Customization
Medication management: Include features for tracking medication inventory,
Patient management: Incorporate functionalities managing patient records, scheduling
appointments and tracking patient history
g) Pricing and Payment options:
Flexible pricing models: subscription-based, pay-as-you-go, one-time payment to
accommodate different budgets
Financing options: offer financing options to make POS systems affordable for small
and medium-sized businesses
h) Regulatory Compliance and Security:
Compliance with local tax pharmacy regulations: PS system should comply with
requirements by Revenue authority for tax declaration and requirements by Pharmacy
and Poisons Board.
Data security: Implement robust data security measures to protect sensitive patient
and business information
i) Marketing and Outreach
Targeted campaigns: address unique needs or pain points at pharmacy and clinics