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Ready to take your business to the next level with custom software? Today's article dives deep into understanding the true value of custom applications and how to navigate development costs effectively.

Learn why picking the right problem to solve is crucial, explore solution options, and categorize solutions for maximum impact. Don't miss out on optimizing your investments—read the full article here! (Link Here)

Sometimes, the need for new software is thrust upon you—such as when your existing software reaches end-of-life and will no longer be supported. While that can be a pain, it’s also an opportunity. Instead of finding a mere replacement for your older software, why not explore how your business can be transformed by the right technologies?

That’s what Haines Finishing did. They are an interesting case because the company needed a product that would transform their operations from end to end—and they had technically sophisticated staff that knew how their software needed to function. See what Skeleton Key built for them: (LINK HERE)

Learn how Skeleton Key partnered with The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine to create a compassionate and efficient Columbarium Management System.

Our latest article delves into the challenges faced by CCSJD and how our custom software solution freed their staff from cumbersome paperwork, allowing them to focus on what truly matters—supporting families and individuals during difficult times.

Read the full story to learn about our unique approach and the impactful results achieved. (Link Here)

Thinking about custom software but worried about the budget dance? You're not alone. Our latest article breaks down the complexities of budgeting vs. custom application development costs, offering tips to keep you on track without breaking the bank.

Learn how to lay the groundwork, solve the right problems, and have productive budget conversations. Dive in to make your project and budget fit seamlessly. (LINK HERE)

Are you ready to level up your FileMaker skills? Our latest article dives into the why and how of making a new layout in FileMaker, from catering to different device needs to optimizing for printing. Whether you're a beginner developer or a business owner stepping into FileMaker, this guide covers the essentials.

Need additional assistance? Contact us for a customized support plan.

https://www.skeletonkey.com/filemaker-layout-tips-and-techniques

Curious about what could be holding your business back? Dive into today's case study featuring RJP Electric, a company that transformed its operations with a new labor, material, and billing tracker from Skeleton Key.

Discover how they overcame paper-based inefficiencies and streamlined processes for faster billing and improved accuracy.

https://skeletonkey.com/how-rjp-electric-transformed-efficiency-with-custom-solution/

From Paper Trails to Profit: How RJP Electric Transformed Efficiency with Skeleton Key's Custom Solution - Skeleton Key What do you need to do to take your business to the next level? In this Case Study, we explore how Skeleton Key helped RJP Electric prepare for explosive growth.

There are a lot of things that may come to mind when you hear “price vs. cost,” especially in the realm of custom application development.

Maybe you think of the price you pay vs. the cost to create something. Or maybe you think about the price you would pay to a third party vs. the cost of developing something in-house.

To us, all of these contrasts miss an important kind of cost: Opportunity cost.

And it’s those opportunity costs that need to drive the conversation about budget.

Read more about "Pricing the Right Problem" here: https://skeletonkey.com/pricing-the-right-problem/

Congratulations to Allison Bell for being recognized by St. Louis Small Business Monthly as a Wonder Woman! Her dedication to learning a new skill (Claris), helping and influencing others, and her impressive growth in the software development industry are truly inspiring. Here's to having our very own super hero on our team.

Read Allison's write up here: https://www.pageturnpro.com/St-Louis-Small-Business-Monthly/111179-STL-SBM-May-2024/sdefault.html /22

Very excited to announce our new product, Gloss!

Gloss Demo - Quick Tour A quick tour of Gloss using the Gloss Demo solution file. Subscribe to this channel for more videos about Gloss. You can find more information at https://www...

Skeleton Key offers custom solutions that can fit the unique needs of small to medium-sized businesses by using FileMaker. Find out why our team uses this low-code platform to develop applications and how it can benefit you.

https://skeletonkey.com/what-filemaker-can-offer-your-organization/

What FileMaker Can Offer Your Organization - Skeleton Key FileMaker offers a third option between clunky workarounds and fully customized (and expensive) software. Here’s what FileMaker can offer your organization.

Join us tonight for our virtual Meetup from 6-8 pm. We'll be discussing Superpowers for your FileMaker Server. Meetups are free to attend. Please RSVP.

https://www.meetup.com/filemaker-stl/events/291670046/

St Louis, MO - April 2023 Meetup, Tue, Apr 18, 2023, 6:00 PM | Meetup **Otto, the DevOps tool** (VIRTUAL MEETING) Join us for our regularly scheduled Meetup for St. Louis. 6PM-7PM Open Forum (Questions, Problems, Share It!)\* 7PM-8PM Presen

Find out how Skeleton Key developed a system with FileMaker to eliminate a cumbersome and outdated paper and pen process and improved the end-user experience for an employee assistance program.

https://skeletonkey.com/higher-engagement-and-better-security-for-leading-eap-provider-personal-assistance-services/

Higher Engagement and Better Security for Leading EAP Provider We built software that allowed our client to create new forms on the fly, manage the forms they send, and then send them individually by email or text.

While we do build custom software, we don't code everything from scratch. In fact, we have specific instances where we use what we call a starter template.

Find out more about our coding process. https://skeletonkey.com/faq/ -id-26

Become the FileMaker superhero you've always aspired to be on April 18 from 6-8 pm. We're discussing Otto the DevOps Tool and unleashing superpowers for your FileMaker Server. The Meetup is free to attend, but kindly RSVP. https://www.meetup.com/filemaker-stl/events/291670046/

St Louis, MO - April 2023 Meetup, Tue, Apr 18, 2023, 6:00 PM | Meetup **Otto, the DevOps tool** (VIRTUAL MEETING) Join us for our regularly scheduled Meetup for St. Louis. 6PM-7PM Open Forum (Questions, Problems, Share It!)\* 7PM-8PM Presen

When building FileMaker Applications, we often encounter solutions that require the use of time, time zones, daylight savings time, and Coordinated Universal Time. (UTC). It’s important that we consider UTC in certain scenarios.

https://skeletonkey.com/what-is-utc-and-why-does-it-matter-for-applications/

What is UTC? And Why Does it Matter for Applications? - Skeleton Key UTC stands for Coordinated Universal Time, and it can be the basis for a reliable way to capture time independently of a user’s time zone.

Our next Meetup is scheduled in two weeks, April 18, from 6-8 pm. This month, we're discussing Otto, the DevOps tool. The Meetup is free to attend, but kindly RSVP. https://www.meetup.com/filemaker-stl/events/291670046/

St Louis, MO - April 2023 Meetup, Tue, Apr 18, 2023, 6:00 PM | Meetup **Otto, the DevOps tool** (VIRTUAL MEETING) Join us for our regularly scheduled Meetup for St. Louis. 6PM-7PM Open Forum (Questions, Problems, Share It!)\* 7PM-8PM Presen

Did you know FileMaker expanded the capability of the Insert from URL script step? Need to know how? https://skeletonkey.com/filemaker-18-smtp-curl/

FileMaker 18: Sending FileMaker HTML Email with SMTP and cURL - Skeleton Key A major new feature in FileMaker 18 that has flown somewhat under the radar is the expanded capability of the Insert from URL script step. Insert from URL now supports the smtp and smtps URL protocols, as well as a few related cURL options. This means that sending email is now possible using Insert....

How long has your company been using the same database? The older it is, the more you might want more modern features or a better interface. But the real question is: How much needs to change, and when?

https://skeletonkey.com/rebuild-remodel-database/

Should You Rebuild or Remodel Your Database? - Skeleton Key Knowing when to rebuild or remodel a database is key to maximizing your satisfaction with both the interim and the final results.

Not every office or cubicle uses the same computers or devices. Mac, PC, Web, or Mobile…Are cross-platform solutions the answer? At Skeleton Key, our custom solutions are operating-system agnostic. https://skeletonkey.com/mac-pc-web-or-mobile-are-cross-platform-solutions-the-answer/

Mac, PC, Web or Mobile…Are Cross-platform Solutions the Answer? - Skeleton Key Having to support Macs, PCs, web-based apps, and smartphones can leave businesses wanting cross-platform solutions—but are they the best solution?

Do we have cloud hosting experience? Yes, we do. Learn more about our hosting process.

https://skeletonkey.com/faq/ -id-38

Join us tonight for our virtual Meetup from 6-8 pm. Meetups are free to attend. Please RSVP.

https://www.meetup.com/filemaker-stl/events/291669869/

St Louis, MO - March 2023 Meetup, Tue, Mar 21, 2023, 6:00 PM | Meetup **Let's Hash It Out!** (VIRTUAL MEETING) Join us for our regularly scheduled Meetup for St. Louis. 6PM-7PM Open Forum (Questions, Problems, Share It!)\* 7PM-8PM Presentat

Skeleton Key has a proven process for an almost-universal API Template for Claris FileMaker and FileMaker Pro ... and we're giving you the goods.

https://skeletonkey.com/an-almost-universal-api-template-for-claris-filemaker-and-filemaker-pro/

An Almost-Universal API Template for Claris FileMaker and FileMaker Pro - Skeleton Key Connecting FileMaker Pro to API’s expands what can be done with the platform. It helps to have an API Template for FileMaker Pro.

At Skeleton Key, we don't leave anything to luck. 🍀 Happy St. Patrick's Day.