The 3 Most Common Types of Relationships in Databases
One of the most important parts of using a database like Microsoft Access is to understand the different types of relationships. Database relationships are associations between tables. They are created using join statements to retrieve data. There are three main...
read more5 Ways that Microsoft Access Can Benefit Your Business
When businesses are small or just starting out, they can use Microsoft Excel to create simple spreadsheets. But as the business grows, Excel often becomes too limited because it can’t handle large amounts of complex data. This is where Microsoft Access comes in - it’s...
read moreAccess Users Can Migrate Data to Power Apps or Dataverse
Did you know that as a Microsoft Access user, you can migrate your data into Power Apps and Dataverse? It’s true - customers who have the latest version of Microsoft 365 and Office can make use of the Dataverse Connector and migration tool. These tools, provided as...
read moreHow to Create an Invoice Using Microsoft Access
Microsoft Access can do many amazing things, and creating invoices is one of them! The first thing you’ll need to do is establish a database that keeps track of your business transactions. Using tables and reports, you can log hours, wages and customer information....
read moreGetting to Know Database Objects – Tables, Queries, Forms and Reports
Microsoft Access provides multiple database objects to help you take full advantage of your data. Data can be a powerful tool for your business, as it answers questions, helps with decisions and provides valuable insight. However, if your data isn’t organized or...
read moreTop 3 Reasons Why You Should Learn SQL
SQL is an acronym for Structured Query Language, a standard and widely accepted language used for database maintenance. Microsoft Access does not require you to learn SQL, but it can be helpful! Thanks to training courses, workshops and how-to videos, it’s easier than...
read moreBest Practices When Using Access in a Multi-User Environment
A common question we hear from clients is whether or not Microsoft Access allows multiple users. The answer: Yes, Access is a multi-user platform by default. Unfortunately, some professionals continue to operate under the assumption that Access doesn’t work properly...
read moreHow to Distribute a Microsoft Access Report
Microsoft Access is a powerful platform that helps you make data-driven decisions. But the reports you create are not for your eyes only! You can also share these reports with others in the company so that they can make good business decisions, answer questions, find...
read moreWhat is Data Cleaning and Why Do You Need It?
When using data, most people agree that the insights are only as good as the data they’re using. This is why data cleaning is an important step that your business or organization should be taking. ‘Clean data’ helps marketing managers, business executives, sales reps,...
read moreWhy You Should Compile Your Database – and the Steps to Do It
To get maximum performance from your Microsoft Access database, it’s important to know how to use all of the features. And one of them that you may or may not be familiar with is Compile on Demand. Even though compiling doesn’t make your code execute any faster, it...
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