Learning Claris FileMaker

Erik Eckel takes a look at FileMaker Go for iPad, a free app that extends FileMaker's software simplicity and functionality. 

Organizations frequently struggle to extend client information to mobile users, empower remote sales force administration for field workers, and support off-site access and updates to project management systems.

Sure, large enterprises often implement Intranet- and cloud-based platforms that securely extend corporate data to mobile staff and interoperate with portable devices.

But what about smaller organizations, those particularly hard-pressed to maximize minimal technology investments, leverage mobile platforms to aid competitiveness within their industry, and make mobile employees more productive?

The problem with many effective databases, project management tools, CRM and ERP platforms, and inventory management systems is that they are difficult to design, require potent back-end servers to power, and can be tough to integrate for mobile users. Also, they're often hard to learn.

FileMaker Go: Databases made easier

 

FileMaker strives to provide easily deployed and maintained databases, and FileMaker Go for iPad extends the software's simplicity and functionality.

 

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