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I thought I would add this for those who haven't seen. We've lost 3 labs since last year, which is unfortunately keeping with the current trend. Hang in there and congrats to those still making the list!!
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Choose an independent lab so that you can keep your independence.
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Originally Posted by Judy Canty
They are also the top targets for a takeover as seen by the other side .................................
That makes the ones still independent all the more respectable!Quote:
Originally Posted by Chris Ryser
What's surprising is how large some of these IND labs are. Labs of that size are unable to handle the level of customer service that smaller practices need. They are no better equipped than the large corporations. What North America needs is a network of labs that can handle 100 to 200 JPD efficiently in strategic regions while balancing the intricate duties of superior customer service.
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Originally Posted by Lab Insight
The last time we saw this concept was in the 1970s and it most probably will never be reinvented anymore.
Not enough money in it and too small for today's high speed equipment.
I've had wonderful experiences dealing with customer service through Cherry and Identity both. I get a 'family oriented' feel from both companies and enjoy working with their staffs. ABB / Digital Eye Lab, not so much, but maybe that was just the regional reps.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lab Insight
I would think a lab only doing 100-200 JPD would have a very hard time staying afloat though.
You could be right Chris.Quote:
Originally Posted by Chris Ryser
I thought Walman (formally Rite Style) is partially owned By Essilor????
http://www.walmanoptical.com/about/historyQuote:
Originally Posted by David_Garza
Essentially an employee owned (ESOP) company. I use their satellite lab in Oak Creek Wi., taking advantage of same day courier service. Norbert Tausch and staff are first-rate, and that's working with plenty of Rx prism and double digit dioptric values that I send their way on a fairly routine basis. Strongly recommended.
Best regards,
Robert Martellaro
"Top targets?" What other targets could they possibly have?Quote:
Originally Posted by Chris Ryser