Rapid Adoption is Possible with Native-SaaS Software

August 20, 2024

Many O&P practices run lean operations and have limited budgets to support the hiring of technical resources that are necessary to maintain today’s complex technology environments. To combat this challenge, many practices turn to “cloud” or “hosted” solutions that have the promise of alleviating these burdens. 


However, it is important for leaders to understand the differences in all of these terms that sound alike but can be deceiving to buyers. Native-cloud SaaS solutions, like Nymbl, bring a unique advantage to O&P practices who want to access the latest features and capabilities quickly but don’t have the IT resources or budgets necessary to do so. 


Continuous innovation and frequent delivery of new functionality are key advantages of SaaS applications that are natively built for the cloud from the outset. This approach allows for regular updates, maintenance, and feature releases without causing disruptions to the user experience, ensuring that the application remains secure, up-to-date, and responsive to user needs. 


Key Points to Know:  


  • Automatic Updates: SaaS applications are typically updated automatically, meaning that users always have access to the latest features, performance improvements, and security patches without needing to take any action. These updates are usually deployed in the background, minimizing or eliminating downtime. 
  • Minimal Disruption: Because the application is cloud-based, updates and maintenance can be carried out with minimal disruption to users. The architecture of a cloud-native SaaS application is designed to support rolling updates, where different parts of the system are updated incrementally without taking the entire application offline. 
  • Continuous Improvement: SaaS providers often operate on a continuous delivery model, where new features and improvements are released on a regular basis. This means that the application is constantly evolving based on user feedback, market demands, and technological advancements, keeping it competitive and relevant. 
  • Lower Maintenance Burden for Users: In a SaaS model, the provider handles all the maintenance tasks, including software updates, security monitoring, and infrastructure management. This significantly reduces the burden on the user’s IT team, freeing them to focus on other strategic initiatives. 


Contrast with Converted Applications: 


  • Complex Update Processes: Converted applications may not support seamless updates due to their legacy architecture. Updates might require significant downtime, manual intervention, or even temporary service interruptions, leading to a more disruptive experience for users. 
  • Infrequent Updates: Because of the challenges associated with updating converted applications, these updates might be less frequent or more time-consuming. This can lead to longer periods between updates, during which the application might become outdated or vulnerable to security risks. 
  • Higher Maintenance Costs: Maintaining a converted application can be more expensive and resource-intensive than maintaining a cloud-native SaaS application. This is because the provider may need to address compatibility issues, legacy code, or infrastructure challenges that aren’t present in a SaaS application designed for the cloud. 
  • User Downtime: With converted applications, users might experience more downtime during updates or maintenance windows, which can disrupt business operations and reduce productivity. 


Let’s talk ! With 12 releases each year, Nymbl’s native-SaaS solutions give O&P practices the ability to keep up with industry trends and access the latest capabilities without requiring heavy IT investments and resources. 

< Older Post

 Newer Post >

Nymbl Appoints Josh Davidson as Chief Technology Officer

By Katie Lachey • July 15, 2025
Nymbl, the leading healthcare technology firm transforming practice management for DMEPOS providers, today announced the appointment of Josh Davidson as Chief Technology Officer. Josh will oversee the expansion of Nymbl's tech stack and drive innovation with a focus on scalable, secure solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Josh brings over two decades of hands-on leadership in healthcare IT, software engineering, and SaaS product development. He has deep experience working with specialty EHR and practice management systems and understands how critical reliable, supportive technology is to delivering better outcomes in healthcare. Throughout his career, he has led modernization efforts across cloud infrastructure, driven platform scalability, and championed system resilience to support long-term growth in complex, regulated environments. "I've spent my career building technology that healthcare teams can count on," said Davidson. "Nymbl is solving real problems for providers, and I'm excited to help scale a platform that's built to support both growth and reliability." As CTO, Davidson will drive technology strategy, lead engineering and product teams, and strengthen Nymbl's roadmap for integrations, data analytics, and interoperability. His leadership will help modernize workflows and enable smarter, faster billing processes for customers. "Nymbl is entering its next growth phase, and I couldn't be more excited to welcome our new CTO," said Josh Lau, CEO and Founder. "His experience scaling SaaS platforms in regulated environments and focus on quality and performance is exactly what we need to deepen our impact in orthotics, prosthetics, and DMEPOS care." Nymbl Systems delivers better business outcomes for those who enable better health and mobility through an agile, purpose-built software platform that automates workflows and accelerates time to revenue. Based in Columbus, Ohio, the Nymbl team works with hundreds of O&P, CRT, and HME providers. To learn more about Nymbl, visit www.nymblsystems.com .

How OrthoCraft Cut Documentation Time and Boosted Billing Efficiency with Nymbl AI Notes

By Katie Lachey • July 2, 2025
Saving an hour a day: the impact of AI-powered documentation

Nymbl Systems Appoints Former IBM Security and Protenus CFO Brian Holtmeier as Chief Financial Officer

By Katie Lachey • June 19, 2025
Nymbl Systems, a leading provider of cloud-based practice management software for orthotics and prosthetics (O&P), complex rehabilitation technology (CRT), and home medical equipment (HME) providers, today announced the appointment of Brian Holtmeier as Chief Financial Officer. Holtmeier brings more than 20 years of financial leadership experience across enterprise and emerging growth companies, including his recent role as CFO of Protenus, a healthcare compliance analytics company. While at Protenus, he led the company through its Series C and D fundraising rounds and a successful acquisition by Bluesight in early 2024. Prior to that, he spent over 15 years at IBM, where he served as CFO of the Security Systems business unit and the acquired marketing automation firm, Silverpop. “Brian’s experience driving financial strategy and scaling infrastructure at the intersection of healthcare and technology makes him an ideal fit for Nymbl,” said Josh Lau, founder and CEO of Nymbl Systems. “Beyond finance and accounting, Brian brings deep operational expertise spanning legal, compliance, IT, and people operations—critical areas as we continue to grow and serve more providers nationwide.” The announcement comes on the heels of Nymbl’s recent strategic investment from Frontier Growth and Tamarind Hill, positioning the company to accelerate innovation, scale operations, and expand its leadership in the O&P, CRT, and HME markets. Nymbl’s cloud-based software leverages modern technology—including AI—to automate key workflows like clinical documentation, patient intake, purchase ordering, and revenue cycle management. Trusted by hundreds of providers across the U.S., Nymbl helps practices streamline operations, increase efficiency, and improve patient care. "Joining Nymbl at this stage is an exciting opportunity to help scale a company that’s truly changing how specialized healthcare practices operate," said Holtmeier. "The team has built something impressive — modern technology, a strong customer base, and a clear sense of purpose. I’m eager to support its continued growth and help deepen our financial and operational foundation as we move into the next chapter."