When does custom Software and Database Development make sense?

These days it seems like there is software available for every need. In most cases we can find an existing package that fits the customer’s needs or customize an existing package at a very reasonable cost. However, there are times when no existing software meets the customer’s requirements or we need to create an interface between two existing applications to reduce duplicate data entry. In these cases a custom-designed application is the only solution.

As computers have become an integral part of doing business, it has become critical for companies to find ways to organize and manage all the electronic information created. Those who can not find a software package that fits their needs end up with large volumes of information stored in an array of non-standardized files such as e-mails, Word documents and Excel spreadsheets.

Without an organized data collection system in place, it becomes very time consuming and sometimes impossible to analyze the data and use it to make better business decisions. You invest significant resources in collecting all of this information so why let it go to waste by leaving it in non-standardized formats that do not allow for intelligent reporting and analysis? Worse yet, as your company grows and the volume of data increases it becomes even more difficult to manage and sometimes becomes the limiting factor that prevents further growth.

The solution to this problem is a standardized and centralized database application to ensure consistent information is collected for all business activities. With the right database and data entry procedures in place, it becomes very easy to put information to work for you and use it to make decisions that improve the bottom line. Companies that make intelligent investments in software technology are able to process more business with less manpower, allowing for much faster growth and the competitive benefit of lower overhead costs.

We have the skills to design the right database for your needs using the industry standards such as Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle. Once the database is designed, custom software and report development offers unlimited flexibility to collect and harness information. To ensure our customer will always have many options for ongoing support, we only develop with industry standard programming languages such as:

C and C++, Visual Basic (VB), .Net Technology, Java and C#, FoxPro and dBase, SQLServer, JavaScript and VBScript

Creating a website involves an additional layer of expertise. Of course building a functional website requires the same technical skill as your internal applications but because your website is available to the outside world, the visual design and presentation may be even more critical. A web design is an extension of you. It is important for prospects and customers to look at your site and come away with a clear understanding of who you are and what value you bring to their organization.

How many times have you met a potential vendor and immediately went to their website to get an idea of what kind of company they are? What do you think when their website is outdated, confusing or less than professional? Every time you meet with a prospect they are most likely doing the same thing and comparing your website to your competitors'. A professional and informative website is no longer a luxury. It has become a significant factor in how prospective customers evaluate your company.

Our talented professionals incorporate all the skills needed to create the most successful web design for your organization. We can handle all phases of website design, from creating an appealing visual theme to logically organizing the information in an interactive format that presents your company in the best possible way. We can even integrate your website with your back-office databases to make real-time data from your network available anywhere with an internet connection.