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Products and access
Pro, Go and WebDirect and choose a host for collaborative work.
2026FileMaker — questions about implementation, data and licensing
The key decisions involve more than features: they also concern responsibility for data, how users access the application and how it will be maintained.
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Design and migration
Data model, application development and transfer of existing information.
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Learning and care
Training, consultations and maintenance of the ready solution.
01The first step
Where to start?
Preferably from the one process that causes the most manual work, delays or uncertainty today. A short analysis allows you to assess whether FileMaker will be a good core solution.
02Access and data
Describe the users and the way of working
To select products, we need the actual number of people, equipment and jobs. Browser access, field work, network quality, and the extent of visible data are important. The number of concurrent logins does not explain the entire licensing model.
03Existing application
Already have a database? Start with a review
FileMaker version is one piece of information. A list of plugins, integrations, schedulers, and a description of the slowest or most unreliable operations are also useful. An audit helps separate the environmental problem from the application logic.
04Users and connections
FileMaker users and simultaneous connections
The number of people using the app, the number of open sessions, and the technical limits of the host are different pieces of information. Licenses should not be selected solely based on how many people are logged in at one time.
Before purchasing, we check the current license model, Pro, Go and WebDirect clients and integration access. The selection of the environment also takes into account the application load, because the permissible connection limit itself does not describe its performance.
Questions and answers
Before making a decision
What is FileMaker and what is it used for?
Claris FileMaker is a platform for building applications based on relational databases. It combines forms, scripts, reports and access controls, and can support customer service, projects, orders, inventory and field work. The application and user access are configured for a specific process.
Does FileMaker work on Windows and macOS?
Yes. FileMaker Pro runs on Windows and Mac computers. Mobile access is provided by FileMaker Go, and selected solutions can be shared via WebDirect.
Can the system be developed in stages?
Yes. A well-planned data model allows you to launch the most important process and add subsequent modules as needed.
Do you help with licensing and hosting?
Yes. First, we determine the number and way of working of users, and then we help you choose the right model and environment.
Will FileMaker replace all sheets?
There is no need to move each sheet. Shared data, relationships, and operations that require control make the most sense. Ad hoc analyzes can still use exports.
How to share an application with several people?
We choose Server or Cloud hosting and Pro, Go or WebDirect access method. We determine the license scope and version compatibility for the solution.
Can the database work without an internet connection?
The local application can run without a connection to the host. In Go, the local copy doesn't sync itself; replacing changes requires a separate project.
Can I transfer data from Excel or an old database?
Yes, if the source provides the appropriate export or connection. Field mapping, quality control and trial reconciliation of results are needed.
Does FileMaker create Word and Excel documents?
The platform supports selected export and PDF operations. Complex template-based DOCX and XLSX may require integration or an additional generator.
Is buying a new version enough for modernization?
Not always. We check operating systems, plug-ins, scripts, data format and integrations. We test the update on a copy before transferring the team's work.
What is the difference between Claris and Platinum Interactive?
Claris is the manufacturer of FileMaker. Platinum Interactive designs and develops applications and offers services related to the platform. systemy-it.com is the address of our website.
Can FileMaker be combined with AI?
Yes. Current tools allow you to build, among others: semantic search and working with documents. We select a model, determine the data scope and check the quality of the result for a specific task.
Does FileMaker automatically meet your company's security needs?
The platform provides access controls and encryption, but these must be configured in the application and its environment. We tailor roles, backups, integrations and maintenance procedures to the organization's requirements.
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