We automate workflow and other processes using powerful but simple and cost effective customized software tools which are common to the industry. This assures that your investment is protected by being able to migrate to other platforms if the need arises. We can "clean up" existing spreadsheets (donít worry, you are't the only one trying to run a business by moving numbers around a spread sheet) and take them to the next level with Microsoft Access.

Spreadsheets are powerful tools, but, as their name suggests, they are just computerized columnar pads. Microsoft Excel is still not designed to do what a database can do. This is why they make a program called Access. Access is only provided in professional versions of MS Office because it is considered the "serious tool" which not every business needs. Businesses often start by using spreadsheets as a step up from paper systems, but then they grow to the point where the business is depending on them, and the spreadsheet either can't meet the needs, or is taking valuable resource time from skilled employees who really should not have to crunch numbers and run macros to get the business information they need. This can be very dangerous and cost in-effective. The danger comes from the fact that spreadsheets are inherently poor at forcing good data entry practices, so keyboard errors etc start corrupting the data.

A spreadsheet is hard to automate with sophisticated programming, so someone is often responsible to generate company reports by moving data around or using mail-merge. A spreadsheet offers no data integrity. Try sorting a single column some time and watch as your data gets scrambled. Databases can enforce rules on the data such as "for this field, only allow one of these values to be entered". Spreadsheets are a good tool to prototype what you want to run your business, but you should quickly consider moving to a database to keep your data safe and orderly. Converting a project from a spreadsheet to a database is a relatively simple process, provided you do so early.

We improve efficiency by making the computer do all of those repetitive, boring paper and data shuffling jobs that are keeping your skilled people from doing what they do best. If you are a "non-technical" type, don't worry. Many of our clients are still using paper systems. We won't overload and push you, though we may suggest a few gentle nudges if they are necessary to get where you want to go.

The Process of what we do: The only things you need before calling us is an idea of what problem you want to solve and any research you care to do about existing products that might serve your needs. We don't sell software, we create it, but if we know of existing solutions, we will suggest you try those first. You do not need to have a plan for how to solve the problem. We can help develop that with you.

We support what we deliver, and have done so for the past 15 years. Some clients only need us to make adjustments every few years. Most custom software businesses aren't around after 5 years, so we help protect your investment. We take care of our customers. Most all of our business is by word-of-mouth, and most all of our customers are very happy with what we have done for them. We have enough broad experience to understand what you will likely need well into the future, whether it is ISO certification, auto ID (barcodes etc), factory floor entry stations etc.