What you do with your data can make or break your business. Merely owning a computer does not automatically increase the effectiveness of an organisation to extract information from their data.

The entire purpose of hardware and software is to enable decision-makers to manage and manipulate the data that their business depends on. Quick and easy access to your business data is critical; you need a database, systems and procedures to be able to make the data management do what you need it to do.

There are plenty of pre-fab database software packages which do a lot of things well. But how many do everything you really want? Wouldn't it be great if you could manage your businesses information to suit the way you run your business?

A custom built database is essentially a software package that is designed specifically for the needs of your organisation. In essence, it allows the computer to think in your language, so that you are not limited to thinking and working in the language built in to the computer or the off-the-shelf software that resides on it.

Who can benefit from a custom-built database?

Any business that wishes to be more efficient. All businesses have information they need to keep track of. A well designed database can save you money and time, and will assist your business in growing and performing its main activities.

Our database development process

1. Requirements Analysis
   A thorough business analysis is undertaken of your business requirements and processes to ensure that the database is tailored perfectly. It is at this point that the basis for the project is agreed in detail.
2. Conceptual Design
   Where the database is designed at an abstract level. We will agree on a way forward.
3. Prototype Design
   We will then create and design the entire system and database as well as complete all of the custom software development and database development needed for the system. It is key to the design process because it helps in the generation, elimination and refinement of ideas before actual production.
4. Production
   The production stage is where the site is developed from the mockups and prototypes that have been agreed.
5. Final Testing
   The testing process is used to ensure that the database fully meets the agreed standards.
6. Training & Support
   Empowering clients with the knowledge of how to update their database and continuing support in the medium to long term.

At Datacon we are seasoned business oriented professionals who understand that project requirements are seldom static. We know that our customers operate in a dynamic business environment and often have rapidly changing needs, and we have a genuine interest in understanding your business so that we can help you anticipate the demands of changing markets.

Our consulting process

1. Making First Contact/Entry
   This is our first contact with you, the client. We get to know who the client is and what motivation there is to bring about change, and explore the potential for working together.
2. Establishing the Relationship
   This step includes specifying the desired outcomes, deciding who is going to do what, agreeing on style, costs, timing and accountability.
3. Problem Finding
   This is the data gathering and data analysis stage. Here we find out what is, what should be, what the gap is, and whether or not it is worth working on.
4. Solution Finding
   At this stage, you the client specify what it is your business wants and when you want it.
5. Planning the Work/Working the Plan
   At this step the work is planned in terms of who will do what, when, where, how and with what resources. The plan is then carried out.
6. Evaluation
   Together we look back over the project and the relationship. Datacon will then withdraw from the consulting relationship.

Datacon Training offers professional and friendly training to further achieve your goals with I.T. related solutions.

Whether your business wants to optimize its employee productivity levels through technology or you're an average person looking forward to a more rewarding career, Datacon Training has solutions for you. Datacon Training offers a variety of courses specializing in Microsoft and Adobe. All of our courses can be customized to meet your individual needs, including the preference of Introductory or Intermediate courses.

Whilst your businesses management system may have powerful capabilities and solid processes, the benefits of these systems will increase exponentially through staff development. Technology by itself does not sell products and serve customers - people do. And technology is only as effective as the people who use it. Datacon helps your staff use your technology with training programs designed to maximise on the job application. The result - a competitive edge for your business.

Apply now to get the professional training you need to advance your career or grow your business.

Datacon designs innovative websites focused on developing a professional image for your business . From concept and design to web development and programming, Datacon can develop your complete ecommerce site, or one that is strictly information based.

Whether you are a small or medium sized business, our carefully planned designs are tailored to fit your unique business needs and are delivered on time, to your specifications.

We understand how people use the Internet, and by linking this knowledge to individual user experiences we can develop a web site that will help transform casual visitors into long-term customer relationships. We accomplish this by designing a site that is easily navigated, fast loading, and graphically pleasing.

Datacon uses a structured and flexible methodology to manage and control the website project with distinct stages and outcomes.

Our website consulting process

1. Requirements Analysis
   It is at this point that the basis for the project is agreed in detail.
2. Conceptual Design
   Where the website is designed at an abstract level without committing to a particular style of presentation.
3. Graphic Design
   A 'mockup' is a paper or screen based representation of the completed website, and is key to the design process because it helps in the generation, elimination and refinement of ideas before actual production.
4. Production
   The production stage is where the site is developed from the mockups and prototypes that have been agreed.
5. Final Testing
   The testing process is used to ensure that the site fully meets the agreed standards, as well as work on all the latest browsers.
6. Training & Support
   Empowering clients with the knowledge of how to update their website and continuing support in the medium to long term.

Datacon also offers web hosting, and email hosting.

Whether you are a small or medium sized business, we have a plan that suits your requirements.

Hosting Features

• 100% Australian Hosting Environment
• 99.9% Uptime Guarantee (per month)
• Friendly, expert Australian Support
• Webmail / POP3 / IMAP with FREE Basic SPAM Filtering
• Industry leading Control Panel
• Server-sided Scripting Support
• Database Support
• Data backup plans available

Datacon offers specialised search engine optimisation and search engine marketing. Utilising Pay-per-click from Google means your business can be in the search results of Google immediatelly and converting more visitors into sales!

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