Our Own Cloud Database Solution

We have created our own database platform (imaginatively called TheDatabase :) that allows us to create fully operational database solutions in a few hours. It is absolutely packed with features and functions that we have developed over the past 7 years which can then be developed further with your feedback towards a final solution.

In most cases we can create between 90% and 10% of the solution quickly through configuration. The remaining part we then code to your exact requirements creating a unique customised solution to suit your business.

We are big believers in the KISS principle because so unwanted features are hidden from sight. And because we own it we can customise it, so you get exactly what you need!

Configurable Dashboard

Configure your dashboard to show

  • Maps
  • Graphs
  • Tables
  • Calendars
  • Pictures
  • Text
Dashboards and be configured by user role or by individual user.

Configurable Data

  • Add tables or fields in real time
  • Edit field attributes
  • Many different types of fields (dropdowns, radio buttons, file uploads etc.)
  • Many types of validation available
  • Calculations and formulas
  • Users can choose their own columns and filters to show

Configurable Menus

Create menus to show any of the following:

  • Record Listing Pages
  • Document Repositories
  • Reports you have created
  • Links to other
  • Sub-menus and dividers

Configurable Calendars

  • Add calendars to show upcoming events
  • Drill down into events
  • Highlight events based on data values

Customisable Graphs

  • Line, area, column, bar, stacked, pie, scatter, bubble, dynamic, 3d, gauges
  • See Here for possible graphs
  • Add them to your dashboard for instant access

Configurable Imports

  • Create import templates
  • Select fields to import
  • Multiple types of validation
  • Many types of warnings
  • Records holding area before entry
  • Optional notification of upload or entry

Exports

  • Create your own export templates
  • Tick the fields you want
  • Choose the rows to export
  • Output as CSV, XLS, Word or PDF
  • Data dump of all connected tables
  • Export graphs into Excel format

Reports

  • Power of SQL Server Reporting Services
  • Listings
  • Graphs
  • Tables
  • Groupings
  • Calculations

Advanced Security

  • Password protection
  • Simple built in roles
  • Configurable roles
  • Control who can view, edit & export
  • 2 stage delete process
  • Full audit of changes

Communications

  • Send messages by emails or SMS
  • Edit content with WYSIWYG editor
  • Embed data like a mail merge
  • Generate Word documents as attachments
  • Alerts and warnings
  • Reminders and notifications

Features

Meeting Your Requirements

In most cases we can configure our database platform to meet your requirements but if not we can customise it to meet your needs.

Robust/Tested Code

3 years in the making our database platforms have undergone 100s of hours of testing and have now reached a level of maturity.

Fast Setup Time

Quick configuration and a large number of standard components can deliver a working prototype in a few days giving you assurance and controlling costs.

Flexible and Configurable

The best thing about our systems are that they are not fixed – you can add columns, add tables, change validation, messages and much more… by yourself at NO COST!

Accessible Anywhere Any device

As a Cloud based solution you can access it from anywhere that has an internet connection: Phone, Tablet, Laptop or Desktop.

Secure

Our sophisticated security system ensures that only the right people access the data they are allowed to.

Example Database Projects

Environmental monitoring database

Glencore

The Environmental Monitoring Database (EMD) was originally developed in 2008 for Bulga mine (at that time Xstrata) in the Hunter Valley....

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Online debt recovery system

Australia Debt Recoveries

Australian Debt Recoveries is a highly successful debt recovery agency based in Wollongong that use "state of the art systems and technology...

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Incentives & Asset Tracking database

Veolia

The example shown here is an "incentives database" that automatically brings in timesheet data from one of their other systems and prompts managers...

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Online Service Creator

ePray

epray(R) is an internet subscription service "making worship planing easy" and includes an electronic lectionary, automated service creator and daily...

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eCRF / EDC

James Cook University

The eCRF / EDC system has been developed to allow clinical trial data collection is in line with ICH/GCP guidelines, maintaining data integrity...

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Hutchinson

Hutchies

This custom database mixes news, content, pictures and documentation with data listings, files and reports in a way we have not done before...

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App Development

We develop data-driven mobile apps to to provide additional functionality and power to your online database. Click link below to find out more...

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Uniting Care Medical Imaging

Medical Imaging

The exciting new feature we added to our cloud database for Uniting Care was the ability to put hotspots on images...

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Our Service

Tightly Managed

We can provide a time scale for future development with a Gantt chart to show you the steps in the project and deliverables.

Available and Accessible

With representatives in Australia, NZ and the UK you can contact us any time and talk to someone who understands you.

Flexible Working

Flexible Working

We can work on an hourly and fixed price basis. We can work onsite. We can process your data overnight so it does not disturb your work.

Data Conversion

Data Conversion

If you have existing data then we can convert that data into the new database as part of the service.

Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance

Before we release any change our QA team tests it thoroughly and raise issues in our JobControl system to ensure that nothing is missing.

Documentation

Your solution will be documented before it has been developed in a Functional Specification.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?

We offer a number of options to cover everything from one-off jobs through to long term support contracts. We can either work by the hour or by fixed price for project work. Prices vary depending on how big the job is and whether it is onsite or we can work from our office.

Please contact us us for more details.

How do we quote for project work?

For new databases we normally give you a fixed price quote for producing a functional specification and a ballpark estimate for the whole project. Once we have done the analysis and design work we give you a completed functional specification with a fixed quote to complete the project. This allows you to see exactly what you will get and mitigate the risks of the project.

For fixes or changes to an existing database system we work on an hourly basis and provided regular reports on progress made and issues encountered. The hourly rate depends on the level of commitment- the more hours you commit to the lower the hourly rate. Please contact us us for more details.

Which geographic areas do we support?

We have done work for clients all over the world but most of our clients are based in Australia, UK and NZ. We have representatives in Australasia, Europe, Southern Asia and North America.

Do we provide any guarantees?

We guarantee our work for one month after user acceptance. If there are any problems with our work during this period we will fix it for free. We cannot guarantee 3rd party products but will assist you in getting those problems resolved.

What is the smallest job we will do?

For clients on a support contract the minimum is 15 minutes. For new clients our minimum job is 4 hours.

What development methodology do we use?

We normally use a mix of agile and waterfall methodologies. We use agile method (including lots of prototyping and use cases) during the design phase and then document the result in a functional specification for programming and testing.

What is our response rate?

We normally respond within 2 hours. We offer guaranteed response rates for clients on a support contract.

Do we carry professional indemnity insurance?

Yes we do - up to $5m AUD for Professional Indemnity and $20m Public and Products Liability. So far we have not ever had to call upon it because we endeavour to be professional in everything we do.

Can we do the website design?

If you want a data driven website then we will happily provide a design to match your existing website or corporate colours. If you want a simple marketing website then we suggest you contact a dedicated website designer.

What forms of payment do we accept?

We prefer bank transfers (bank details are on our invoices) or alternatively you can pay via PayPal which accepts payments in AUD or USD. Please remember to include your invoice number on all payments so that we can allocate funds correctly. We do not accept American Express.

Our Customers

Have a question or need a custom quote?

For a free quote, to discuss your next project or find out more please contact us via email or phone (+61 2 4268 4038).