Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the reasons why I might want to use Microsoft Access?

Microsoft Access provides many advantages for organizing and managing information. Some of the most common reasons for using Microsoft Access include:

Centralizing data spread across multiple Excel worksheets or workbooks, or other file types
Creating custom data entry forms with lookups, checkboxes, list boxes, and textboxes that can be filtered easily
You can finally end the complex lookups across numerous Excel worksheets and/or workbooks
The ability to allow multiple users to access and edit data simultaneously
Custom and standardized reports that can be emailed, faxed, printed, exported to Excel, exported to Microsoft Word, linked to a SharePoint list, or outputted to other formats
Integrating data with other software programs including accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, etc.), Customer Relationship Management software (CRM), or other third-party software.

Can I use Microsoft Access to create reports using data from other databases?

Yes. Most large companies strictly use MS Access as a front-end tool for running reports and even some data entry Using this method keeps the data in the legacy data warehouse while utilizing only it's data. All functions and automation is built on the MS Access front end.

How affordable is it

The question really is "Can you afford not to institute a database"...

The short answer is no!

A database is typically designed so that it is easy to store and access information. A good database is crucial to any company or organization. This is because the database stores all the pertinent details about the company such as employee records, transactional records, salary details etc.

Truth is.. Microsoft Access is virtually free. If your computers already have the Microsoft Office Professional Suite of business products installed that is automatically bundled as part of Microsoft Office Professional, there is no additional database software that is required. All you need is TheDatabaseOption to deliver you a highly customized database that can grow with your company and deliver your needs