Has Your Business Outgrown Spreadsheets and Off-the-Shelf Software Solutions?
In today's fast-paced business world, relying on spreadsheets and off-the-shelf software will only take you so far. These tools often lead to slow, cumbersome operations and costly errors and mistakes. Eventually, businesses need custom software and data integrations to achieve productivity, quality, or service goals. That's where we help.
The Data Pros combines technical know-how, business acumen, and creativity to deliver the custom solutions your business needs. We'll help you:
Optimize workflows and processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual effort.
Consolidate disparate data into a centralized, reliable database, ensuring consistency and trust.
Provide easy access to crucial information through user-friendly reports, data feeds, and data sources.
Free your team from data wrangling and processing so they can focus on higher-value tasks.
We understand the challenges of not having needed software and database systems. With decades of experience in custom software development, we're here to help in your journey.
Here are two real-world examples of teams we've helped with custom software and reporting solutions:
Problem: The CFO of a recently merged workforce company was spending half her time running payroll and fielding complaints. The earnings for hundreds of independent contractors was calculated in spreadsheets using data from three systems. The process was error prone and time consuming.
Solution: We automated the data extraction from the source systems, imported it into a single SQL database, merged it, applied complex formulas, and produced a report that could be imported into the payroll system.
Results: This cut the payroll runtime from one week to less than one day per cycle. It also virtually ended time spent answering complaints. Later, we built a performance dashboard and reporting portal from the same database. It helps managers and employees see earnings in near real time.
Solution Components: Custom Database Development, Data Extraction, Data Integration, Data Cleansing, Data Merging, Complex Formulas, Complex SQL Query Writing, Web-Based Dashboard and Reporting Portal
Problem: The owner of a boutique financial planning firm needed a faster way to produce a 20-page report showing clients five retirement scenarios. She used a third-party tool to produce the report's data but had to spend too much time filling holes in the data and fixing errors. The report also did not meet the design standards for her brand.
Solution: We built a system that simplified entering the case data, calculated complex financial projections in eight areas, and exported it all in a well-formatted PDF.
Results: This slashed the time it took for her to produce the report. It also and made it possible for less-skilled workers to do the data-entry and report creation for 95% of cases. This improved operational efficiency and helped her 10X her business over the next few years.
Solution Components: Custom Software Development, Data Entry Screens, Data Generation, Complex Formulas, Complex Query Writing, PDF Report Export
Get the custom business software your organization needs through a clear and structured journey. Our proven five-step process ensures we learn, design, and build the right solution for your unique needs.
Step 1: Understand Your Systems and Data Landscape
We start by learning about your current systems, data sources, challenges, and goals.
This helps us tailor our approach to your specific needs.
Step 2: Craft a Tailored Strategy
With the insights gained, we plan a strategic roadmap that outlines the steps to deliver improved systems and achieve your business objectives.
Step 3: Develop Your Custom Solution
Our US-based experts build the custom database and software systems to address the
unique challenges and opportunities of your business.
Step 4: Integrate with Your Systems
We integrate the new solution with your existing systems, ensuring a smooth
and efficient transition with minimal disruption.
Step 5: Continuous Improvement and Assistance
Post-integration, we provide ongoing support and optimizations, ensuring your
solution continues to meet your evolving business needs.
The Data Pros is a team of US-based software experts led by Scott Drake. Scott's career includes stops at Microsoft in Redmond, WA, at Silicon Valley startups, and he has more than 15 years of consulting experience. TDP is based in Louisville, KY and serves clients of all shapes and sizes throughout the US. Our engagements last from a couple of days to several years. If you're ready to build the custom software, integration, and reporting tools your business needs, schedule your free consultation today.