Why We Are Microsoft Certified Partners

Posted September 17th, 2010 by David Gabbe
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Microsoft Certified logoOne of Database Designs' strengths is that we support three development platforms: .Net, drupal and SalesForce. This means that we can bring our knowledge of all three environments to select the one that best meets our clients' needs.  I am the head of our .Net practice and  as such, I was given the job of shepherding Database Designs through the Microsoft Certified Partner process.  

keyboard delay with Microsoft Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000

Posted August 22nd, 2010 by Steve Backman
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Microsoft Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard 6000 is a great keyboard for both Mac and PC. Both also have phenomenon of a delay between pressing an initial key and the keyboard responding. This is not a problem of lost keystrokes once you start typing. They keyboard is terrific, ergonomic and responsive. Its that first keystroke, once an area of the screen gets the focus...  

Die database, die! Five reasons why Access has not disappeared.

Posted November 17th, 2007 by Steve Backman
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I just started a data management assessment for a new client with my colleague Emily Graham. The organization uses a dizzying array of contact and process management tools from rolodex to high end commercial nonprofit CRM software. A custom-developed Microsoft Access database sits squarely in the middle.  

Microsoft Access error: "The database has been placed in a state by user..."

Posted November 16th, 2007 by Steve Backman
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This error can suddenly arise in a Microsoft Access database that has been in day to day use without problems for some time. This is a rare error in current versions of Microsoft Access, but began to appear in Access 2000.