Anderson Software provides expert consultancy, software products, and development services that enable businesses to be more productive and profitable. We specialise in Microsoft database, Intranet, and Web-based business solutions. Our service is responsive and cost-effective due to the adoption of leading-edge business methods and IT technology including Microsoft Windows 2003 Server, Windows SharePoint Services, Microsoft Office, and Visual Studio.Net. read more

We specialise in the following technologies:

SQL Server 2000. Microsoft’s flagship database provides data storage, retrieval, and analysis services. It is scalable from a license-free “desktop” edition, to multi-terabyte, fault-tolerant clustered arrays hosting the world’s largest web and transaction processing systems. It has the lowest maintenance and support costs in the industry.  

Database processing can be performed using the server’s own T-SQL language; via an Access or Excel front-end; or via an active web interface using ASP.NET technology built into Windows 2003 server. 

Engineers at Anderson Software are Microsoft Certified Solution Developers who are expert in designing and implementing solutions using SQL, VBA, and .Net technologies. We offer an optimisation and trouble-shooting consultancy together with long-term development projects. 

Data Transformation Services allows information to be consolidated from disparate computer systems all around your business into a central data warehouse, where the information can be analysed and reported. Combined with reporting services and bespoke applications all your business intelligence can be delivered from a single Intranet. 

Engineers at Anderson Software are Microsoft Certified Database Administrators, who are expert in deploying, programming, and maintaining SQL Server, and Data Transformation Services. 

SQL Server Reporting Services provide business intelligence delivered to users via traditional paper, interactive web reports, emailed PDF files, shared Excel workbooks, and as web parts within your company Intranet. Reports include interactive features such as drill through and drill down, cross-tab, charts, filtering, and sub-reports.

Windows 2003 Server. The latest version of Microsoft server operating system is noticeably faster, more secure, and easier to manage than all previous versions. It has features such as remote administration which considerably lower its cost of ownership.

Engineers at Anderson Software are certified by Microsoft to manage and maintain Windows 2003 servers. We can manage and maintain your server systems by remote access, ensuring your internal system are running efficiently and securely. 

Windows SharePoint Services are revolutionising the communications and document distribution within companies. Once installed users are able to create and customise document libraries and information lists, which can be directly accessed from within Internet Explorer and Microsoft Office. Example applications include: 

• A meeting-room booking calendar can be configured and managed by an office administrator.
• Client and supplier lists can be maintained and used for Word-merge letters.
• Document libraries can be searched, filtered, updated, and approved by any authorised member of staff.
• Questionnaires and forms can be used to gather information and opinions
• Announcements can be posted, and removed automatically on expiry.
• Secure team areas can be used to share confidential meeting agenda.

As well as these standard functions, the portal makes use of “web parts” that can be dropped onto any page to create your own “digital dashboard” of applications such as dynamic charts and reports liked to the company database, and access to your contacts, emails, and shared folders on Exchange Server. Remember that being accessed from Internet Explorer there are no deployment costs, and you can also provide secure Internet access for customers, suppliers, and home-based workers. read more

Anderson Software has installed and configured Intranets such as this, and currently being used by hundreds of genuinely satisfied users in Milton Keynes. Please call for a demonstration. 

Small Business Server 2003 is a high-value, low-cost package of products, aimed at businesses requiring a network of up to 50-users. It incorporates: 

• A reliable networking operating system using Windows 2003
• Email, contact, and appointment management using Exchange Server 2003
• Remote access to email via Outlook for Web Access
• Intranet services using SharePoint Server
• Secure Internet access including firewall and remote mobile access
• Simplified management and remote monitoring of operation
• SQL server available (at a premium)

Anderson Software recommends and installs this system for small businesses that do not necessarily have a dedicated IT staff. A demonstration is available on request.

ASP.NET is a relatively new programming technology that is radically different from earlier development languages. One important feature is its integration with the operating system, giving significant reliability, performance and security advantages. Another relevant feature is the ability to create feature-rich user interfaces delivered using Internet Explorer – thus eliminating a major headache of installation on different computing environments and providing remote access across the Internet. Together with “web services” it is now possible to integrate your business systems with your suppliers and customers, providing instant access to inventory levels, and just-in-time order fulfilment.

Anderson Software has considerable experience developing solutions using ASP.NET and C#, with our engineers certified by Microsoft in: Analyzing Requirements and Defining Microsoft .NET Solution Architectures.

Our Engineer scheduling systems in use by clients in Aylesbury and Luton are achieving considerable benefits in terms of improved engineer utilisation,  reduced administration errors, and hence increased business profitability for the clients concerned.

Finance Systems. Designed for small businesses and more than just a powerful accountancy tool, QuickBooks Pro puts a whole range of other business management tools right at your fingertips. The result? QuickBooks 2004 gives you more time and energy to concentrate on building a successful business.

Using ODBC links this finance package can be combined with bespoke order-entry and invoicing systems,  integrated with our eCommerce solution (see below), and analysed and reported within an Business Intelligence system integrated within your Intranet.

Anderson Software is an authorised reseller of Intuit QuickBooks.

Anderson Software Business Portal provides an excellent starting point for customised Internet portals, incorporating contact management, scheduling, issue management, searchable knowledge base, email newsletters, eCommerce, classified advertisements, and announcements. It includes customisable web portal components, and is extendible using the C# programming language. read more

The Anderson Software Business Portal is Verified for Windows 2003 Server by Veritest.

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