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Domo Arigato Mr. Roboto
Always on the verge of… something Predicting the future can be both an industry and an exercise in futility. There are a multitude of magazines, novels, and other media that have tried to give us a picture of what will happen when automation reaches a certain...
Top 7 Ways Claris FileMaker Can Streamline Your Business Operations
Efficiency is the key to any profitable business. Many businesses, however, are being hindered from growth and innovation by outdated processes, scattered data, manual tasks, and a lack of integrated tools. Enter Claris FileMaker, a versatile platform that transforms...
Customization in Project Management Software: Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All
As a project manager, your job is hard enough juggling one project, let alone multiple projects. With tight deadlines, multiple resources to allocate, and an endless amount of stakeholders to engage, using the right project management software becomes essential -...
The Song Remains the Same
In the world of small business, one thing is certain: no two companies operate exactly alike. Yet, there's a striking commonality in the challenges they face, especially when it comes to managing operations efficiently. At Alchemy Group, we’ve learned that while many...
From Bidding to Inventory Management: How Custom Estimating Software Outperforms Off-the-Shelf Solutions
In highly competitive industries like manufacturing, wholesale, and logistics, precise estimating can be the difference between winning a profitable contract and losing out to a competitor. With accuracy and efficiency key to improving your win rate, making the right...
Don’t Get Sassy: Custom Software Outshines Online SaaS Providers
What’s the best way to manage your business operations more efficiently and effectively? It's a tough question, especially with so many options out there. You’ve likely come across two main choices: Custom Software solutions and online Software as a Service (SaaS)...
Beyond Excel: The Revolution of Custom Project Estimating Software
For any business looking to improve its bid-to-win ratio, the secret lies in producing more accurate estimates in less time. Whether you’re in manufacturing, construction or technology, accurate, customizable estimates can deliver you the competitive advantage you...
The Critical Role of Custom Estimating Software for Manufacturers
Explore the crucial role estimating software plays in manufacturing and how custom cost estimating software can help you create sophisticated estimates in less time.
FileMaker 19 Promises a New World of Development
A huge acceleration of the Claris platform is occurring as integration with JavaScript becomes a native feature. This makes it possible to bring any of thousands of existing open source javascript libraries into a FileMaker app.
Alchemy Client Judson Studios in the News
Long-time Alchemy Consulting client Judson Studios is profiled in this excellent L.A. Times article. https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2020-05-01/coronavirus-furloughs-judson-studios-oldest-stained-glass-maker?