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Address Immediate Concerns & Future-Proof with a Professional FileMaker Evaluation

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Recently, we conducted a professional third-party software evaluation for a client in the import-export business who relies heavily on its FileMaker system as a critical tool for its day-to-day operations. Our Senior Partner, John, and developer Jacob, sat down to discuss the evaluation process and the valuable insights gained during the review. Such information helps to ensure your system continues to perform at its best while supporting your business growth. Read more
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Just Released! New Options When Working With Claris Connect

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I had such a fun time joining Edward Lee and Rosemary Tietge on this month’s Claris Community Live. It was an amazing opportunity to share my excitement about Claris Connect and how we are using the tool to solve real-world business problems. I demoed how to build a FileMaker/Twilio integration for real-time SMS integration in a FileMaker database. You can check out the recording and also read our article which explores the new features just released for Claris Connect. Read more
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Discover the Value of Claris Connect and FileMaker Integrations

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October and November have lots of ways you can keep learning about Claris Connect and other FileMaker integrations. Start by joining a Community Live call, hosted by Claris, where our own Kate Waldhauser will be one of the presenters. Then catch the Claris Beyond Meetups on each third Wednesday. (No meeting in December) For ongoing learning, join a FileMaker FixIt! session on a first or third Tuesday afternoon. You'll be speaking directly with a Portage Bay dev who can answer your questions and assist with expanding your FileMaker database. These sessions are complimentary and are open to all experience levels. And, as always, you can contact us directly or schedule a more in-depth consultation. Read more
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Claris FileMaker AI Script Steps, Part 2 – Practical Applications

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Whether you're looking to uncover hidden insights with semantic search or create a smart recommendation system that feels personalized, the FileMaker AI script steps and tools provide use cases that are your key to unlocking a smarter, more efficient future. Read more
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Join Us in Welcoming Charles, Annie, and Seed System Solution

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Last month we announced that Mike Ross and Ross Digital have joined the Portage Bay Solutions team. This month we’re delighted to share that we’ve also welcomed Charles Wiltgen and Anastasia Woyna, a brother and sister duo who are behind the success of Seed System Solution, a highly versatile data management solution for the seed sales and seed production industry. Read more
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FileMaker Go Makes Real-Time Field Operations a Robust Reality

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We have been working with NVL Laboratories in Seattle for over a decade, supporting their complex FileMaker solution used to manage workflows surrounding their core business of environmental laboratory testing. We were tasked with developing a mobile solution to help their field services team increase efficiencies, speed turnaround times, and improve chain of custody management. This case study delves into the development and deployment of this solution using FileMaker Go, focusing on the implementation of three distinct user interfaces - desktop, iPads, and mobile phones - and the successful integration of iPads into real-time field operations. Read more
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