Are you in need of a mobile software solution to access your data on the go? Before downloading your FileMaker Go app or hiring a developer to custom design something for you, there are a few things to consider:
1st – TYPES OF DATA
Consider what types of data are most helpful to you while on the go. Typically, you will not need access to all of the same data on mobile which you may need on your desktop. For any business, there is specific data which is handy and good to have while you are away from the office. Think about data like customer contact info or some basic dashboard functions like sales this month. It’s always best to work with your team and identify the data that would be most helpful on the road.
2nd – DATA FUNCTIONS
What do you plan on doing with your data while on the go? When considering FileMaker Go or other on the road apps, it’s best to consider your data functions. Many times mobile access on your phone is most helpful when it is used for data viewing, and not so much data entry. You and your team will need to consider whether data entry is important in your mobile access. Yes, we can build data entry in, but the question you may want to ask yourself is how do you normally work when you are out? Identify the functions you need while on the road and we can custom design the rest.
3rd – DATA LEVELS
How much data will you need access to while on the go? While you may have thousands of records to view from the desktop app, you are not likely to find that greatly helpful when you are using the phone. When it comes to mobile access, less can be more. It is more likely that you will want to do a targeted search for just a few pieces of key data. Start with what would be most helpful to you right now and go from there.
Once you’ve processed these considerations, it’s important to realize that a FileMaker Go mobile display is going to be radically different from your desktop display. Both are great solutions, but have different functions. HighPower Data Solutions can build one display for desktop, and another for mobile. Each system can be designed to know which device you are accessing the application from, and therefore what data you need to see.
We can provide a dynamic “smart phone” system at your fingertips.