The hardware decisions new veterinary practices make once, so it's worth getting them right. September 9, 2026 by Schultz Technology Opening a veterinary practice comes with a long list of decisions. Computers and Wi-Fi may seem like some of the easier ones. Buy a few computers, get the internet working, set up the printers, and move on to the next thing. But Schultz Technology has seen how those early technology decisions can affect a practice long after opening day. A computer in the wrong location, unreliable Wi-Fi, a printer that doesn't fit the workflow, or a network that wasn't planned for future growth can create small frustrations for your team every day. That's why Schultz Technology encourage new practice owners to think about technology as part of the practice itself, not simply a list of equipment to purchase. Start with how your team will work. Before deciding what hardware to buy, think through what actually happens during a normal day. How many people will need computers at the front desk? Where will your clinical team need access to patient information? Will doctors use laptops, tablets, or workstations in exam rooms? Where will labels and documents need to print? What equipment will need to connect to your network? Your practice management software matters here, too. The hardware, network, internet connection, printers, lab equipment, and software all need to work together. Planning those pieces together can help you avoid having to solve problems after the practice is already busy. Don't forget what you can't see. Computers and printers are easy to remember because your team uses them every day. Some of the most important technology in your practice, however, may be behind the scenes. Your network, Wi-Fi coverage, internet connection, firewall, switches, backups, and security all help support the technology your staff relies on. This is also where planning ahead matters. Your technology should support the practice you're opening today while giving you room to add people, equipment, and services as the practice grows. Spending some extra time on these decisions before opening can make future changes much easier. A helpful resource for new practice owners. Its partners at NectarVet recently created a comprehensive Starting a Veterinary Practice guide that walks new practice owners through many of these decisions. Schultz Technology were glad to contribute as a trusted veterinary IT resource because the guide encourages something Schultz Technology believe strongly in: planning your technology around how your practice actually operates. The guide covers technology considerations for the front desk, clinical team, and practice manager, along with networking and security equipment that can be easy to overlook when you're building a new practice. NectarVet also includes information about its practice management platform and Free Tier software package for new clinics. If you're in the planning stages of a new veterinary practice, it's a useful resource to review before you start purchasing technology. And if the technology side of opening a practice feels like a lot to sort through, Schultz Technology is happy to help. Its goal is to help you understand what you need, what you don't, and what makes sense for the practice you're building.

Inventory Ally partners with NectarVet to help veterinary practices automate ordering and lower inventory costs. Practices on NectarVet gain Inventory Ally's dynamic reorder points, weekly cycle counts, and order recommendations built from their own data, taking proactive control of one of their largest expenses Inventory Ally, a comprehensive inventory management program for veterinary hospitals designed to reduce inventory costs and save time, announced a new partnership with NectarVet, an AI-native, all-in-one practice management platform (PIMS). The integration builds on NectarVet's inventory management capabilities, adding a dedicated layer of intelligence on top: predictive ordering, automated replenishment, an electronic want list, and analytics that extend into product margins, sales mix, redundant formulary, slow-moving inventory, and turnover frequency. By connecting NectarVet with Inventory Ally, practices feed their inventory consumption activity directly into Inventory Ally's replenishment engine, where it is combined with supplier order history. As a result, practices gain a more precise picture of inventory on hand, personalized ordering guidance, and fewer hours spent on manual inventory work: * Accurate stock levels, maintained automatically. Inventory activity syncs from NectarVet, keeping stock estimates current as products are used. * Order recommendations with exact products and quantities. Purchasing guidance drawn from actual usage, current stock, and order history helps practices order just enough: never too much and never too little. * Fewer manual inventory tasks. Less time spent on physical counts, order building, and manual data entry. * Tighter control over COGS. Better-timed purchasing reduces excess stock, cuts carrying costs, and protects margins. * Mobile inventory management. Counts, stock updates, and purchasing handled from anywhere in the hospital through Inventory Ally's mobile version. "NectarVet gives practices an exceptional foundation for daily operations, from medical records to scheduling to billing," said Emmitt Nantz, Co-founder of Inventory Ally. "Inventory Ally builds on that foundation with a level of inventory sophistication no team has time to produce by hand: reorder points that adjust to demand, prioritized cycle counts, and clear direction on what to order and in what quantity. Together, we give practices all the tools they need to deliver excellent patient care and run a profitable business." "Inventory basics are covered in NectarVet, and Inventory Ally takes them to the next level. It brings predictive analytics to one of a hospital's largest operational expenses, so purchasing becomes something practices optimize rather than react to. Connecting our platforms means they get that intelligence with nothing new to manage, which is exactly how innovation should feel," said Joanna Chung, CEO and Co-Founder, NectarVet. Veterinary hospitals using NectarVet can activate the Inventory Ally integration starting today. To learn more and request a demo, visit: https://inventoryally.com/integrations/inventory-ally-and-nectarvet/. About NectarVet NectarVet is an AI-native, all-in-one practice management platform designed to make veterinary care more joyful, efficient, and human. Inventory Ally combine smart technology with simple user designs to eliminate administrative burden and help veterinary teams stay fully present for their patients - from AI-powered medical records and scheduling to an embedded phone system and client portal. Whether you're a solo mobile vet, compassionate GP, or advanced multi-site, NectarVet adapts to your workflow and grows with your practice. Inventory Ally is caring for compassionate, high-performing veterinary teams by providing tools that feel like another teammate, not another task. Learn more at: https://nectarvet.com/ Galyna Danylenko leads communications and PR for Inventory Ally, helping the company share its story and connect with the veterinary community. With over 15 years of experience in public relations and marketing, she has worked with veterinary organizations and brands to build visibility, thought leadership, and growth across the animal health space. Inventory Ally is a cloud-based veterinary computer software that reduces inventory costs, saves time, and minimizes stockouts. Stay connected on: