Understanding Claris FileMaker backup’s
Compass Data always recommend that clients have a documented back up strategy for their systems no matter how simple. What are your options?
Read moreNew Claris certifications introduced
With the new and expanded capabilities of the Claris platform and the corresponding diverse skillset required of Claris FileMaker developers, means that the learning materials and credential requirements also needed to be upgraded and modernised.
Read morePlanning your upgrade to Claris FileMaker 2023 platform
The new version Claris 2023 is the ultimate version of their platform, and is the perfect choice for any business looking to build a new custom solution to manage your business.
However, if you’re thinking about upgrading from an older version of FileMaker Pro or Claris FileMaker, there are several things that need to be considered to ensure a smooth transition, and that’s where Compass Data can help.
Read more7 benefits of bespoke software
A bespoke software system is designed to match a client’s business needs exactly.
It is a perfect solution to handle all current working practices, easily integrating with other systems and offering no restriction on how you can work. Particularly when compared with off-the-shelf software solutions which usually need users to change the way they work.
A bespoke system also offers other benefits over off-the-shelf software, especially in terms of, scalability, security, longevity, and flexibility.
Read moreClaris FileMaker 2023 launched
Upgrading to Claris Filemaker 2023 can offer immediate improvement. Previous releases opened FileMaker to other technologies such as JavaScript and JSON allowing you to solve more and more business problems. Now FileMaker 2023 boosts the performance of your custom apps, increases scalability with greater capacity for users and files.
Read moreWhat type of database is best?
Choosing the wrong database may not only cause performance issues or restrictions from the outset, but when the project grows it will certainly become an issue, whether problems are caused by the amount of data held, type of data, integration with other system, or the number of users required to access the data having the right platform helps to address them. These are just a few examples that need consideration.
Read moreWhat’s best – High Code, Low Code or No Code?
Understanding the pros and cons of high-code, low-code, and no-code development is key before deciding which is the best approach for your project.
Read moreKeeping business costs low in a challenging economy
With costs for everything, from utilities, raw materials and labour on the rise, every business is trapped between rising costs whilst maintain customer pricing. To maintain prices while procurement costs are rising, we need to find creative ways to control internal costs and overheads.
Read moreHow can bespoke software help my business?
In today’s fast moving business environment, the software you use to control and manage your business is of paramount importance. Using the right software system will not only streamline all possible workflow processes, it will help ensure your business runs efficiently.
Read moreUsing database synchronisation protects you from lost business
How do you ensure that a system failure doesn’t bring your business to a halt? What would the impact be to your business if you lose your business systems? How much, time and therefore revenue is lost when staff cannot work? Compass Data solve this with MirrorSync.
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