In honor of Valentine's Day, we thought we would pay tribute by letting our readers know what there is to love about a computer system.  Now we know that to most of you, loving a computer system seems silly.  I mean, you're whole career has been based on the love you have for the people you serve.  Now that's real love - so this is more of a 'really like'.  We also know that for most of you, computers and technology is just not your thing.  But like the kid at the school Valentine's dance that's in the corner, computer systems for this industry might be cooler than you think.  Maybe you should go over and introduce yourself, who knows it could be a match made in heaven!  A computer system can't give you a hug or tell you they love you or make you laugh.  But what if we looked at a computer system like an Agency Management Platform and tried to give the things it does a more human-like feel.  So bear with us, as we try to make a case for the 4 Reasons you should LOVE (or at least really like) a computer system for provider agencies.

As a new year begins, most Americans look to start fresh with ways to improve something about themselves.  A New Year's resolution is always filled with so much promise and optimism.  And rarely does it get carried out through the entire course of the year.  I, myself, am a victim to the annual goal setting that rarely sees a victorious finish in December.  Heck, I usually don't even remember what my New Year's resolution is by March.  Getting in shape is always on the list.  Gym memberships see their largest increase in January.   But, according to Health Club Industry statistics, a whopping 67% of memberships never get used!  So it's safe to say we like the idea of being more healthy and in shape, but to actually commit time to do it is another thing!  The same comparison can be made when purchasing an Ageny Management Platform.  During the sales process, you and your staff will get really excited about all of the bells and whistles that the software can do for you.  Suddenly, things you have never been able to do will become MUST HAVES.  Excitement will run high and you will go through an engaging and thorough training and implementation on how to use the software and then one day it will be yours to use.  The training wheels will come off.  Like a gym membership, how many features and functions will you actually use day to day?  Most likely, not everything.  But it's important use and get really good at the core functionality and become disciplined in using it day in and day out.  Here are 4 Simple Resolutions for better using an Agency Management Platform in 2013.