What Lab software are you guys using ?

RetainerDesigner · 10-19-2007, 04:15 PM

My wife, the bookkeeper, was curious if actual dental lab software makes a difference. As for us we use Apple computers so there is not much of a selection , or none at all, in that category. We use MYOB first edge for our invoices, its like Microsoft Money or Quickbooks. Now that Macintosh computers run windows natively I will be looking for lab software when we up-grade our computers.
Just wanted to know ya'lls opinions on the matter.

Thanks
Cade

KEmirzian · 10-20-2007, 12:58 PM

Hi,

While we were still in the process of building our lab, I received many lab software trials. If you are outgrowing your current program, I highly recommend that you demo "Lab Manager" by Lab Systems Group Laboratory Systems Group, Inc. - Dental Laboratory Software Or you can call Mandi 800-677-1120 .This was the program that I liked, their prices are very reasonable. (approx $300-$600) The program just offered more than I needed right now for our business. Being that we are new, I found that Quickbooks works the best for our situation. I have customized my invoices and statements, I can keep track of inventory, and do all of my banking with the one program. They also have a version for Mac. Our friend is a new ortho lab and he uses Quickbooks also.

Hope this helps,
Kat

trisha · 10-20-2007, 09:48 PM

I use Quicken.

Travis · 10-20-2007, 11:27 PM

I think my next pc will be a mac, anyway my wife does my books and we use quickbooks pro. I don't have the volume to utilize those programs like "Lab Manager". Quickbooks does great job on invoices and setting up all your accounts. Katrina said it best.

Travis · 10-21-2007, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trisha

I use Quicken.

Is that quickbooks?

RetainerDesigner · 10-21-2007, 01:54 AM

Interesting... I thought I was the only lab NOT using lab software. From what you guys are saying if your small stick with a Quickbooks type program. (which MYOB is) And if you get bigger move to a more powerful program. Sounds reasonable.
There is one Dental lab software company that integrates into Quickbooks, anyone know that one? Or have experiance with it?
BTW, Travis I believe quicken is a stripped down version of Quickbooks. I got a free copy with my iMac and used it manily for my checking account.

KEmirzian · 10-21-2007, 08:45 AM

The Lab Manager program that I mentioned was supposed to release an interface for Quickbooks this fall. Not sure if it's come out yet.

trisha · 10-21-2007, 11:26 AM

The Quicken software that I use is for home and business. I doubt it has all the bells and whistles that Quickbooks has. This accounting software fits fine for my small business, I have been using it since 2000. Since I have only a handful of accts. special lab software would be overkill in my case.

labdude · 10-23-2007, 06:58 PM

Winvoice.
Go to Winvoice.com
You can access your billing, items and all on line, from any computer that has an internet connection.
You can also allow access to yours accounts to only certain areas of your site.
NIce stuff.
Mike.

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RetainerDesigner Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Stephenville, Texas Posts: 195 Gallery: 8 Rating: 0% (0) Rep Power: 2	What Lab software are you guys using ? My wife, the bookkeeper, was curious if actual dental lab software makes a difference. As for us we use Apple computers so there is not much of a selection , or none at all, in that category. We use MYOB first edge for our invoices, its like Microsoft Money or Quickbooks. Now that Macintosh computers run windows natively I will be looking for lab software when we up-grade our computers. Just wanted to know ya'lls opinions on the matter. Thanks Cade

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RetainerDesigner Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Stephenville, Texas Posts: 195 Gallery: 8 Rating: 0% (0) Rep Power: 2	Interesting... I thought I was the only lab NOT using lab software. From what you guys are saying if your small stick with a Quickbooks type program. (which MYOB is) And if you get bigger move to a more powerful program. Sounds reasonable. There is one Dental lab software company that integrates into Quickbooks, anyone know that one? Or have experiance with it? BTW, Travis I believe quicken is a stripped down version of Quickbooks. I got a free copy with my iMac and used it manily for my checking account. __________________ http://retainerdesigner.com My location

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10-20-2007, 12:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
KEmirzian Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Wilbraham, MA Age: 27 Posts: 3 Gallery: 0 Rating: 0% (0) Rep Power: 0	Hi, While we were still in the process of building our lab, I received many lab software trials. If you are outgrowing your current program, I highly recommend that you demo "Lab Manager" by Lab Systems Group Laboratory Systems Group, Inc. - Dental Laboratory Software Or you can call Mandi 800-677-1120 .This was the program that I liked, their prices are very reasonable. (approx $300-$600) The program just offered more than I needed right now for our business. Being that we are new, I found that Quickbooks works the best for our situation. I have customized my invoices and statements, I can keep track of inventory, and do all of my banking with the one program. They also have a version for Mac. Our friend is a new ortho lab and he uses Quickbooks also. Hope this helps, Kat

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trisha Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kansas City Missouri Age: 43 Posts: 287 Gallery: 5 Rating: 100% (1) Rep Power: 2	I use Quicken.

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Travis Buell Skee Ball Champion! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: PA Age: 33 Posts: 1101 Gallery: 11 Rating: 100% (3) Rep Power: 3	I think my next pc will be a mac, anyway my wife does my books and we use quickbooks pro. I don't have the volume to utilize those programs like "Lab Manager". Quickbooks does great job on invoices and setting up all your accounts. Katrina said it best.

10-21-2007, 08:45 AM	#7 (permalink)
KEmirzian Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Wilbraham, MA Age: 27 Posts: 3 Gallery: 0 Rating: 0% (0) Rep Power: 0	The Lab Manager program that I mentioned was supposed to release an interface for Quickbooks this fall. Not sure if it's come out yet.

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trisha Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kansas City Missouri Age: 43 Posts: 287 Gallery: 5 Rating: 100% (1) Rep Power: 2	The Quicken software that I use is for home and business. I doubt it has all the bells and whistles that Quickbooks has. This accounting software fits fine for my small business, I have been using it since 2000. Since I have only a handful of accts. special lab software would be overkill in my case.

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labdude Stellar Patrol Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Cascades in Oregon Age: 55 Posts: 926 Gallery: 16 Rating: 100% (4) Rep Power: 2	Winvoice. Go to Winvoice.com You can access your billing, items and all on line, from any computer that has an internet connection. You can also allow access to yours accounts to only certain areas of your site. NIce stuff. Mike.