Thinking of buying new tech for your practice?

Hey there folks, my name is Keith Reynolds, I’m the editor of Physicians Practice and this is the P2 Management Minute. Before you sign for that shiny new tech, run through these three checkpoints.

1. Define the problem, not the product

Write out your clinical, operational, and financial must-haves first. Then shop solutions that solve those needs. Clear priorities spare you the regret of paying for flashy features no one will use.

2. Vet the vendor team

Meet the implementation lead, review résumés, and call at least three practices your size for blunt feedback. A charming sales rep won’t save you when rollout stalls—an experienced point person will.

3. Stress-test total cost and ROI

Add training, integrations, downtime, and future subscription tiers to the sticker price. Model payback in months, not years, and run worst-case scenarios to lock in leadership support and keep the project on track.
Problem first, people second, payout proved—that’s smart tech buying. For more bite-size practice tips and tricks make sure you visit PhysiciansPractice.com.

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About the P2 Management Minute

The P2 Management Minute is a fast-paced video micro-series from Physicians Practice that distills proven management strategies into bite-size, one-minute episodes for busy medical practice administrators and lead physicians. Each installment spotlights high-impact tactics—drawn from real-world best practices and expert insights—that administrators can apply the same day to boost efficiency, strengthen patient satisfaction, or elevate staff engagement. No theory, no fluff; just concise, actionable guidance that respects tight schedules and delivers measurable results between appointments.

Record your own!

Interested in stepping in front of the camera to share a quick tip of your own, or have a suggestion for a topic we should spotlight in an upcoming P² Management Minute? We’d love to hear from you. Whether it’s a proven strategy for streamlining workflows, a clever morale-booster, or a hard-won lesson on patient engagement, your insight could help peers across the country elevate their practices in just 60 seconds. Drop Keith a note at kreynolds@mjhlifesciences.com with your idea—or, better yet, a brief outline or smartphone video sample—and we’ll walk you through the simple submission process. Let’s collaborate to make every minute count for the medical community.

Keith A. Reynolds is the editor of Physicians Practice and wants to know what practice issues are keeping you up at night. You can let him know at kreynolds@mjhlifesciences.com.