WebDirect and FileMaker Go allow the database to be deployed in a web browser or on an iPhone/iPad. Because the documents are no longer stored within the FileMaker Pro file, backups can be faster and the risk of data corruption minimized.

The server can be set up so that the documents are stored on a separate folder or drive, where they can be accessed by other applications if needed. Track waiver forms, signed contracts etc, by storing them as PDFs within FileMaker Pro. The improved document management capabilities open entire new categories of abilities for FileMaker Pro. Using ExecuteSQL, or running Scripts on Server allow for some major speed gains and simplification of the database structure.

When that simple conversion has been done, there are a whole host of improvements that can be added by the developer to improve the interface look, speed up reports and improve security.

New pricing comes into place in September 2014.

These features give FileMaker developers new tools to improve the interface of your solution, making your users more efficient.

Developer Love – The new features are too numerous to mention, but highlights include the ability to hide objects conditionally, popovers, slide panels.

Background Features – There are a whole host of new features that allow a developer to speed up reports and general actions in FileMaker Pro.

FileMaker Go – free iOS client allows for easy mobile access to data on iPads/iPods and iPhones.

Improved Security – encrypt databases at rest and during transmission to clients.

Improved Document storage – the decision to allow document storage outside of the main data file makes it possible to build a robust document management system in FileMaker.This makes FileMaker one of the easiest ways to create a low volume data-driven web site. WebDirect – deploy FileMaker layouts in a browser.CSS-based Custom Themes – makes it easy to deploy a custom theme throughout the solution AND change it as style requirements change.

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