Why FileMaker?

At MoleSoft FileMaker Pro was a natural choice as a main tool for our custom solution development. We have been developing custom solutions with it since version 2.0. Things have moved on since then and with version 6 we have a powerful tool that can cope with complex relational requirements and serve up pages to the web or an intranet. This has all been done without making the operation and programing over complex.

Unlike other software we have experienced FileMaker has always proved stable and has a degree of compatibility with previous versions and across platforms that is almost unheard of elsewhere. This coupled with ease of use and rapid development pay dividends for both MoleSoft and the users of our custom software.

As developers we find the software forgiving when changes are neccessary and that the support needs are at a minimum. We would not consider making structural changes on site with other software but with Filemaker this is a real option.

As members of the FileMaker solutions alligance you would expect us to be keen on the tool we use but our observations are born out by magazine reviews. You may like to click on either of these reviews - PC Plus (6/6 star) or PC Magazine (10/10) and see what we mean. In March FileMaker announced FileMaker pro 7 which we have had access to for some time. We are very excited about this product. Click here for specific details.

These days a number of our customers are after rather more that a personalized CRM system. For these Plug-ins provide huge possibilities for taking automation furthur.

Plug-ins

With plug-in technology your solution can monitor temprature, send and receive emails, plot graphs, ftp files, read aloud do a great many other functions. These take the product well beyond the basics of invoicing and contact management. FileMaker itself supports XML but additional software now make it easy to create Microsoft Word® documents direct from the solution and another plug-in makes it easy to move files about change names and catalogue any disk.

FileMaker Mobile

As well as the other technologies outlined above there is also a cut down version of FileMaker which gives you access to your data on the move. This can be with a Pocket PC or Palm Pilot. Needless to say the software integrates well with the main application. FileMaker Mobile is however not always the best solution.

If your project needs access to data in the field we are happy to discuss all the techniques. Possibilities include iMode, VPN, terminal services, WAP as well as hand held computers.

We enjoy programing so call Crispin on +44 (0)1372 275 055 to discuss your project.

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