1. What is a Database?
A database is a collection of related data in a central application that enables easy data management, retrieval, analysis and reporting.
2. What kinds of tasks can be automated?
Virtually any task performed manually, including descriptive statistics, sales variance analysis, data filtering, sorting and charting, creating reports, invoicing, writing letters e.t.c.
3. How would you know what suits my needs?
We would speak to you and establish what kind of data you deal with, what you would expect from a solution and what tasks you would want to be automated. Besides, we would request samples of your data and reports ( strict confidentiality observed) to enhance better preparations. Moreover, you will be consulted throughout the design process.
4. How do I migrate from my current systems?
We will design a database that perform the tasks that were previously performed by your system, and you get to decide which ones you would want eliminated, enhanced or completely automated.
5. How much do you charge?
This depends on the complexity of your problem.
6. Why would I store my data on a database as opposed to a spreadsheet?
A database is a collection of related data in a central application that enables easy data management, retrieval, analysis and reporting.
2. What kinds of tasks can be automated?
Virtually any task performed manually, including descriptive statistics, sales variance analysis, data filtering, sorting and charting, creating reports, invoicing, writing letters e.t.c.
3. How would you know what suits my needs?
We would speak to you and establish what kind of data you deal with, what you would expect from a solution and what tasks you would want to be automated. Besides, we would request samples of your data and reports ( strict confidentiality observed) to enhance better preparations. Moreover, you will be consulted throughout the design process.
4. How do I migrate from my current systems?
We will design a database that perform the tasks that were previously performed by your system, and you get to decide which ones you would want eliminated, enhanced or completely automated.
5. How much do you charge?
This depends on the complexity of your problem.
6. Why would I store my data on a database as opposed to a spreadsheet?
- A database would contain built-in data validation, ensuring integrity and no possibilities of errors in data entry.
- A database would ensure strict relationships between related data elements, meaning no duplication of data.
- A database would automatically perform some calculations that may be manually performed using formulas in Excel.
- A database would provide better mechanism for creating printable reports.
- A database would provide an easier to use interface.
- A database would provide easier retrieval or manipulation of large amounts of data e.g. custom searches or client history.
- A database would provide consolidation of related data in a central application, ensuring easier management, retrieval, analysis and reporting.