Software Development: Overview

NDA has been providing Tasmanian businesses with customised programming solutions for many years, ranging from simple spreadsheet automation to advanced database systems. NDA provides consulting using a range of tools including the MS Office Suite, Outlook, Access, Visual Basic, SQL Server and .NET.

After searching for a considerable time for a company to develop a database, I contacted your organisation and was immediately impressed with the confidence and professionalism of your database development team. Keep up the great work.
- Ben Pettit, Accreditation & Standards Corporation of Tasmania Pty Ltd

Database development

A database is a list of information, such as a list of suppliers, clients or stock items. A computerised database is capable of linking related lists, searching, sorting, querying and reporting on your information.

Using software such as Microsoft Access, NDA designs user-friendly database management systems for clients in all types of industry. An NDA system will enable you to consolidate all your data into a single database. You will be able to enter data easily, keep track of information and extract valuable statistical information for management and marketing.

Why might I need a database?

• Do you store lists of information in a manual system or a spreadsheet?
• Do you store the same information more than once in different locations?
• Are you frustrated with data duplication and errors or inconsistencies resulting from this duplication?
• Is it difficult to extract information in useful formats for analysis, administration and marketing?
• Do you have to extract management information manually?

If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, you will benefit from a database. Many organisations are already reaping the rewards from the implementation of a well-designed database. In addition to the time and cost savings, databases are invaluable reporting tools, providing immediate access to statistics to assist marketing and management decisions.