Independent pharmacies are constantly balancing the demands of stock availability, supplier relationships, and patient care. For many, ordering has long meant being tied to a single workstation, waiting for updates, and managing paperwork that slows down the process. The ComputAssist Group has introduced OrderDIRECT Web, a new online platform that changes the way pharmacies handle their orders. The system allows pharmacy owners and managers to place and manage orders from any

Customers today expect convenience. They browse online before they buy, compare products, and increasingly place orders from their phones or laptops. For independent pharmacies, this shift presents both a challenge and an opportunity. The ComputAssist Group has announced a new Shopify Integration for the RxPRO software suite, designed to help pharmacies extend their reach beyond the front shop and into the digital marketplace. “By creating an online store, your pharmacy can r

Independent pharmacies play a vital role in supporting patients who rely on chronic medication. Accuracy, consistency, and efficiency are essential, yet blister pack preparation and medication allocation can be time-consuming. To meet these challenges, the ComputAssist Group has introduced MedGuard24 version 3, the latest enhancement to our chronic medication management solution within the RxPRO software suite. What is MedGuard24? MedGuard24 is designed to streamline the blis

Independent pharmacies face daily challenges, tight margins, limited staff, and the constant need to keep operations efficient while serving patients better. At the ComputAssist Group, we believe technology should simplify these challenges, not add to them. That’s why we’re proud to introduce PRO Pocket, the latest innovation in your RxPRO Software Suite. What is PRO Pocket? As unveiled during the RxPRO Connect launch, PRO Pocket is a multi-functional stocktake solution desig

A recap of our RxPRO Connect session, and what it means for your pharmacy. There are events you plan, and then there are events that take on a life of their own.Our RxPRO Connect session this past Friday was BOTH! What we set out to do was straightforward: bring our pharmacy partners together and walk them through four new developments that our team has been working hard on. What we got back, the energy, the engagement, the questions, the excitement, reminded us exactly why

As we approach the end of the 2025/2026 financial year in South Africa this February , pharmacy owners and managers are facing one of the most important administrative tasks on their annual calendar: stocktaking. Accurate inventory counts are far more than just a compliance requirement - they are a cornerstone of effective pharmacy management. Whether you operate a single independent pharmacy or a multi-site group, performing a thorough stocktake now ensures that your financi

In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, pharmacists play a vital role not only in dispensing medication but also in supporting patients managing chronic conditions. With the rising administrative burden of processing chronic medication applications through medical schemes, efficiency and accuracy are essential — and that’s where RxECA steps in. What Is RxECA? RxECA (Electronic Chronic Authorisation) is an innovative feature within the RxPRO® software suite offered by The

South African pharmacies are under constant pressure to improve efficiency, maintain compliance, and deliver fast, reliable service to patients. SafeScript , from The ComputAssist Group of Companies , is a powerful digital copy-script solution designed to meet these challenges head-on. SafeScript replaces the inefficiencies of paper-based prescription storage with a secure, fully integrated digital system - allowing pharmacies to capture, store, and retrieve scripts instantly

At the ComputAssist Group of Companies, we are committed to empowering pharmacists with more than just technology. We provide the business, workflow, and professional tools needed to succeed in today’s demanding healthcare environment. With this vision in mind, we recently hosted the Pharmacy Money Matters Masterclass - sessions designed to address the financial and professional realities of modern pharmacy practice. The latest session held on the 23 rd of January, drew str