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SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
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We specialise in creating software solutions to your unique business problems. |
Professional outcomes need a structured approach, at Techlink we have developed a nine step process.
DiscoveryDuring our initial phase, we provide an initial estimate, review the customer requirements and needs and analyse any applicable existing software systems then we provide a quotation.
SpecificationFor custom software to perform to expectations, it is mandatory that it rests on the bedrock of a solid specification. This involves database design (if applicable), data flow diagrams, program flow diagrams, wireframe design of the user interface and a project plan.
Interface AcceptanceMany software projects fail to satisfy the customer by being difficult to use while satisfying the letter of the specifications.
To circumvent this, we develop our UI first and go through numerous feedback stages and refinement with the client and the eventual users of the software.
DevelopmentIt is only after the customer is satisfied with the useability of the interface that we begin the development of the underlying mechanics of the software including any database construction required.
Acceptance TestingAfter going through alpha testing internally, we provide the application to the client for beta testing, and acceptance testing.
DeliveryFollowing completion of acceptance testing, we perform installation of the system, and provide installation media and documentation of the product.
Our talented team of developers have skills in Windows .NET C#, Microsoft SQL, MySQL, PHP, ASP.NET, Pronto 4GL, Pronto SQL, Unix scripting languages, and a range of other languages and environments.
Case Study
Allens Music Group
When looking to modernise their stock take procedures throughout the Billy Hyde/Allens Music Group, AMG looked in to many barcode scanning options only to find that the majority of the solutions were not cost effective.
Having a large number of Janam and Symbol barcode scanners already, Techlink was commissioned to develop an integrated software solution to enable the older units to be used for stock-take purposes.
Taking advantage of the underlying Palm HotSync capability of the units enabled us to create a parser that read the Palm database file format, and translate the stored information into a structure that could be read in by the ERP system run at AMG.
With the software package rolled out to all the Billy Hyde/Allens Music stores, the length of stock-take was reduced considerably, which enabled AMG to perform fortnightly stock-takes at a fraction of the cost of other barcode scanner systems.
Business Intelligence
Accurate reporting and financial reporting is essential to effective forecasting and planning of a business. We can provide custom business intelligence packages, consulting and advice on third party utilities.
