Month: May 2014

Every business considering a partnership with a FileMaker developer is going to have questions. In this series we will address the frequently asked questions that our customers have about our services.

Answer: You would be hard pressed to find any company that only uses one software suite. While an organization is certain to rely heavily on one or two systems in particular, the nature of business means companies are using or have used a multitude of different solutions.

For businesses that have operated for some time, it is possible that multiple systems are still in use. As the business landscape has evolved, it is not unheard of for a company to bring in new systems and try to incorporate it with the existing solutions.

Once this has happened, some aspects of older software may prove to be the best way for a company to handle business. This creates a hodgepodge of solutions that an organization is now using to hand the core data and processes of their business.

The problem with this is that it can now become difficult to try and move onto a new system. This is where partnering with a software provider that is not stuck in a silo becomes crucial because it provides organizations with one place to go for all their questions.

While Kyo Logic's main focus is FileMaker, we also offer support to SQL, Websites, PHP and Ruby. We can also handle a full integration with Microsoft systems, which are the most popular business suite on the market.

For many businesses, software can be a pricey purchase. However, a keen eye will be able to pick up deals that can help them get their hands on the latest software at a fraction of the price.

According to a recent press release from the company, FileMaker has announced that starting today users will be able to buy one copy of FileMaker Pro 13 Advanced ($549) and get a second downloadable copy for free. This second version can be accessed by the user or given away to a friend, colleague, client or charity. The offer will expire on June 10, 2014.

This can be a great way for organizations and consultants to get their hands on this powerful tool. FileMaker Pro 13 Advanced includes everything in the suite of advanced development and customization tools. It allows organizations to easily create and use these personalized business solutions that run on iPads, iPhones, Windows, Macs and the web.

"There is strong demand worldwide for skilled FileMaker developers within all types of organizations and also within firms specializing in FileMaker consulting," Ryan Rosenberg, vice president, marketing and services, said in the press release. "This limited offer will encourage new FileMaker developers to create innovative solutions on hot platforms like iOS and the web."

The offer is limited to one per person, per household or company. It is valid for downloadable versions of the software and the free version is a fully operational one with no restrictions.

With the help of a FileMaker support service, any organization will be able to gain a hand implementing and mastering this hardware in a meaningful way.

Every business considering a partnership with a FileMaker developer is going to have questions. In this series we will address the frequently asked questions that our customers have about our services.

Answer: While many business decision makers are starting to get on the big data bandwagon, one of the most challenging aspects of deploying a new solution is being able to take older data and incorporate it into current strategies.

Organizations could be gathering this information for years, and it is a disservice to leave it behind when adopting a new system like FileMaker. In many cases, this older data can still be immensely valuable for examining trends.

It is critical for companies regardless of how long they have been in business, as any past information can be an important piece for a current decision.

At Kyo Logic, we can help extract data from older systems including Google docs and Excel. This can be done through the built-in tools of the system that allow information to be imported and exported with a few simple clicks.

We also have a series of custom apps at our disposal to help organizations extract information from more sophisticated applications like Access, FoxPro and more.

For every organization, the key to adopting big data and being able to gain thoughtful insights is by having a complete collection of information. However, bringing data that could be spread across multiple platforms together is the key to success. Kyo Logic can help any business, big or small, take these multiple data points and bring them under the FileMaker name.

Industry conferences are a great way for professionals to network with like minded individuals and examine ways to push the sector to a new level. It is also a great opportunity to attend seminars and presentations that are lead by industry experts. Here, attendees can learn new skills, think differently about a standard solution or look into a proposed future.

FileMaker has been positively affecting the enterprise since the early 1980s. In July the company will hold its annual Developer Conference, but it is far from the only gathering of FileMaker professionals.

Tomorrow the Conference of Quebec Developers for FileMaker 2014 (CQFD) gets underway. This will be the 4th edition of the event. 

Not only will Kyo Logic in attendance, but our co-founder and president John Mathewson will be presenting. Scheduled for tomorrow (May 2) morning at 11:30 a.m., the presentation is called  "Building Applications on a Budget with Reusable Code."

This is a topic that Mathewson has highlighted over the past few months including during a  Webinar in September last year. It will focus on the practice of reusable code during the development process. This includes FileMaker anchor bouy and naming conventions plus the functions promoting reuse It also covers several reusable scripts that include navigation, sort, tab switching and referential integrity.

The 60-minute session will feature a presentation by Mathewson and will be followed by a question and answer portion.

A quick look at everything you need to know:

Previsionary Title: Building Applications on a Budget with Reusable Code
Format:  60-minute session (Q&A included)
Date & Time: Friday May 2 2014 at 11:30 a.m.