FileMaker Pro 10, FileMaker Advanced 10, FileMaker Server 10 and FileMaker Server Advanced 10 are getting Great Reviews… and We Love Using the new platform too  : ) 

5 out of 6 Stars: “FileMaker Pro 10 introduces sound practical improvements and it manages to do so within a familiar framework. With something here for everyone and new features that are genuinely useful, this is one upgrade we can heartily recommend.”

FileMaker Pro 10 is a ‘must–have’ for those who spend their time working with databases. With features to streamline database navigation…and shortcuts to get you where you need to go quickly, we think this update is worth the money for saving you time so you can move on to the next big project.

New FileMaker Pro 10 is ‘hard to resist’: “This upgrade offers lots of gain and almost no pain. In fact, at first glance, FileMaker Pro 10 offers so many real benefits to developers and end-users alike that you’re going to find it hard to resist the urge to upgrade.”

‘A Solid Upgrade’: “In an era when companies slap a few alterations onto an interface and call it a ‘new version,’ FileMaker Pro 10 bucks the trend with a solid upgrade that will appeal to customers and developers. Easier to use than the previous version, FMP 10 ups its game with powerful new dynamic reports and trigger scripts.”

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Nov. 18, 2008 - Macy’s Parade & Entertainment Group is gearing up for next week’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City using FileMaker Pro 9, the best-selling easy-to-use database software for Mac and Windows (http://www.filemaker.com/solutions/customers/#macys).  This year marks the first year that FileMaker Pro 9 will be used by the Macy’s Parade & Entertainment Group to manage the myriad of information on the people, including the thousands of volunteers, and logistics required to ensure the smooth flow of all the magnificent helium balloons, floats, singers, dancers, performers and celebrities along the streets of New York City into Herald Square.

“With more than 5,000 people participating in this year’s parade, our new FileMaker Pro 9 databases will bring together all the required functions for the parade into one manageable, networked solution,” said Robin Hall, senior vice president, Macy’s Parade & Entertainment Group.

Macy’s Parade & Entertainment Group, including its fabled Parade Studio in Hoboken, N.J., will take advantage of a networked FileMaker Pro solution for a variety of tasks, including costume inventory and assignment, float and balloon inventory and location, and volunteer history and assignment.

Before FileMaker Pro was deployed, the database for the parade was originally built in Microsoft Access and its operation required programming knowledge beyond the basic consumer level. This caused delays and resulted in the need to export all work from Microsoft Access queries into Microsoft Excel documents to find specific information in a user-friendly manner.

“With our new FileMaker database system, time-consuming tasks such as assigning volunteers parade responsibilities have been reduced from about 10 days to just one or two days, and more important, we can better meet the needs and specifications of each individual, group and staff member,” said Hall.

Future expansion of the Macy’s Parade database will involve Web-published content, including online registration for volunteer participation in the parade.

About FileMaker, Inc.
FileMaker, Inc. develops award-winning database software. Its products include the legendary FileMaker Pro product line for Windows, Mac and the Web, and the new Bento personal database for Mac. FileMaker Pro won 49 awards, more than its next eight competitors combined, from 2003-2008 in the U.S., and a total of 130 awards worldwide during this time. Millions of customers, from individuals to large organizations, rely on FileMaker, Inc. software to manage, analyze and share information. FileMaker, Inc. is a subsidiary of Apple Inc.

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