Specsavers is launching a fully online administration system that it says will allow firms to set up and implement an employee eyecare scheme within minutes.

The move is part of the development of its eVoucher system.

The self-registration facility allows employers to create an account, then set up and implement their eyecare policy, with a bulk-upload facility allowing users to upload entire lists, rather than input individual details.

A statement from the optician said: "HR managers and safety professionals can now register for an eyecare account, place orders, allocate vouchers to relevant members of staff, review real-time redemption reports and make payments, all online.

"This is the case for all eyecare vouchers including VDU, driver eyecare and safety eyewear. Employees can even use a smartphone to redeem their voucher at their local Specsavers store."

Paper-based vouchers will still be available and supported for clients not wishing to migrate online.

Specsavers Corporate Eyecare director of strategic alliances Jim Lythgow added: "We have had very positive feedback to our online vouchers since the system went live earlier this year. These latest enhancements just go to make the process more efficient.

"There will always be a corporate account manager assigned to each client as a single point of personal contact for any queries or issues arising."

Sources:

1. WSB:
   New Eyecare Scheme.