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Hey everybody and welcome back! This time, we’ll be talking about FileMaker’s new browser.

FileMaker WebDirect is accessible from a web browser. The web browsers that are able to support this system include Safari 8 and higher, Chrome 38 or later and anything over Internet Explorer 11. FileMaker mobile can also be used with mobile Safari 8 on iOS 8.1 or Chrome 38 on Android 4.4.

However, you should be aware of the slight limitations of FileMaker when it is run on mobile browsers. Container fields support viewing content only, with some dialogue boxes, such as the inserting or editing of data not supported.

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How (and why) should non-profits become more tech-savvy? GoodWeave offers an example of how a robust tech-based system can help an organization operate at scale…..

GoodWeave began the process of building a tech-based system in 1999.  The non-profit worked with Colibri Solutions, a New York-based company, to create a custom database that manages not just their supply chain and inspection data but also their communications, website, fundraising and financial information.

“We’re a tiny staff with a huge mission,” says Smith, referring to a network of 45 personnel in three countries.  The technology, she says, has been “instrumental in our successes in stopping child exploitation.” 

Despite its affection for technology, GoodWeave does not have a full-time technologist on staff — a common theme in the social space where lack of funding and high salaries in the private sector make non-profits less competitive.

If she wasn’t using Filemaker, what would she be using to manage all that data? “Probably Excel spreadsheets.”

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A lot can happen in the early days of a tech startup that can make or break a company's success. Here are seven ways to get through those initial struggles:

• Criticism. When meeting with venture capitalists looking for initial funding, company's will often get criticism from people who want to pass. Learn from it. Know what you need to work on for your next pitch.
• Look ahead. When creating a new product, don't look at what's currently popular and make another version of that. Unless a company can add something genuinely revolutionary to an existing product category, they should try to create the next big product category.
• Selectivity. A lot of people will offer you advice along the way. Know whose to take and whose not to.
• Balance. When building your initial team, hire people who complement each other, both in terms of personality and skill. Identify gaps in experience or knowledge among existing employees and hire to fill them.
• Long-term. When building out a company, think ahead. Initially, keep trying to raise money even if you've already met your needs. Keep business relationships strong. Investors who initially passed may look to get in down the line. 
• Forget the competition. Don't be reactionary. If your competitor found success in one area, don't follow them. Lead. Create a new success and let them chase you. 
• Market. Just having a strong concept isn't enough to get noticed. Get the word out there. Whether through internal resources or an external team, make marketing a priority. 

If you have recently created your own tech startup and are in need of new custom database software, be sure to contact Kyo Logic today! Take a look at the rest of our website to learn more about the different services we offer.

If you are working to build a successful tech startup, there are many different aspects you will have to keep track of. Launching a new company is no easy task, and it will take all of your mental energy and concentration in order to create something sustainable that will make you proud.

That is why you will want your day to be as productive as possible, as each minute should spent building to something bigger and better. You can make your day easier, and also more productive, by cutting back on the unnecessary things that tend to fill up the day.

Here are a few ways to remain as productive as possible:

• Don't over schedule meetings: If something can be decided quickly without the need of time meeting, take that route instead. Filling up the day with unnecessary meetings will give you less time to actually get work done.
• Limit your email replies: There is nothing that will suck up more of your time than replying to the many emails you receive throughout the day. Be on the lookout for those that absolutely need responses, but reduce the time spent on those that are less important.
• Take necessary personal time: While this might seem counterintuitive, it is essential that you take time throughout the day to grab lunch or take a break from the work. This will allow you to mentally and physically recharge, and you will be sharper and more focused as a result.

If you have your own tech startup and are in need of new custom database software, be sure to contact Kyo Logic today! Check out the rest of our website to learn more about the different services and products that we offer to our clients.

If you are in charge of your own tech startup, one of the necessary things you will need to do is get some publicity and build buzz for the company. Tech startups will often live and die by the public relations steps those who are at the top take early on in the business' life.

In the past five years alone, venture capitalists have invested $31.5 billion in startups across over 3,300 deals in Silicon Valley. However, getting the attention of one of these VCs can be a difficult step, which is where the PR and marketing solution will help.

Here are a few tips to help you out:

• Blog: The first thing you should do is set up a blog where people from the company can write about the services you offer or the products that are currently being developed. This will give readers the chance to get to know your company and what it is all about.
• Events: Being at major tech events in your area will also be a great way to boost overall visibility. Whether this means going as a spectator or participating in some way, you will need the chance to show off your new startup.
• Profiles: Social media accounts and profiles will also be crucial. Being able to interact with those who are interested in your tech startup, from VCs to potential customers, can help produce the necessary word of mouth.

If you have recently founded a tech startup and are in need of new custom database software for your company, be sure to contact Kyo Logic today! Check out the rest of our website to learn more about the products that we offer.

Hey everybody and welcome back! This time we’ll be discussing the main digital systems used by Kyo Logic.

The central platforms that we use for our customers include FileMaker, SQL, PHP and Ruby. However, you don’t have to use just those platforms if you want your files to be used successfully with our programs. 

We can also integrate any Microsoft products, as long as your digital program is as up to date as possible when you create all of your files.

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Hey everybody and welcome back! This time, we’ll be discussing some of our services that can help with more complex digital development.

We offer one-on-one teaching sessions supported by our skilled development team. There are several different areas that these classes target, making it easier for you to further develop your professional web presence.

Using your own work is the best way to see how FileMaker functions and what it can do for you on a regular basis. We believe this focused approach is more effective than generalized classes, and is economical for those who are on a budget.

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Hey everybody and welcome back! This time we’ll be looking at how Kyo Logic can help you manage distribute your email.

The worst thing about email is the constant spamming that we are all subjected to from time to time. The great news is, by using Constant Contact or Mail Chimp, you can successfully block any and all spam.

FileMaker has the tools for mail distribution, as long as it is linked to either Constant Contact or Mail Chimp. This will help protect your inbox from potential harm, and make your email campaigns a breeze.

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Hey everybody and welcome back! This time, we’ll be taking a look at FileMaker and your professional websites.

For sites that have larger volumes of traffic, we have synchronization tools that can allow the website to use MySQL and other high volume databases. This will allow FileMaker to be able to handle the people that go to your site.

The link that connects your professional website to FileMaker is through remote database protocols that match up to the central FileMaker server.

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If you are looking to break into the technology industry, your first thought is likely that you will need to move to California. While Silicon Valley is still a place where technological advancements are made every day, it is not the only location within the country to consider.

In fact, one of the best places you can launch a new tech startup is on the other side of the United States — Boston, Massachusetts. This city is a growing hub of the technology world, so you would be wise to consider this place when you are looking for where to locate.

Here are a few advantages of Boston:

• Extensive media coverage: Buzz is critical for the growth and success of a young company, especially in the tech world. The good news is there are all kinds of media outlets in and around Boston, including those, such as Fortune, Fast Company and Boston Business Journal, that focus exclusively on business.
• Funding for companies: Between 2011 and 2014, a total of 722 Massachusetts tech companies were invested in, to the tune of $4.86 billion. If you are looking for investors and venture capital to get your startup running, Massachusetts is certainly the place you want to be.
• Growing tech sectors: While the city of Boston itself is the most concentrated for tech startups, the activity is not limited within its borders. There is a growing tech world in communities surrounding the city itself, including Somerville, Cambridge and Waltham. There are opportunities all over the greater Boston area!

If you work in the tech industry and are in need of new custom database software for your Boston-based startup, be sure to contact Kyo Logic today!