Claris FileMaker

Score8.2 out of 10

173 Reviews and Ratings

What is Claris FileMaker?

Claris' FileMaker is presented as a Workplace Innovation Platform, and is used to create a custom app. Manual processes can be automated with Claris FileMaker Pro, and apps can be created to manage contacts, track inventory, organize projects, etc.

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Platform Security
Security guardrails in place to help prevent malware, data breaches etc.
Category average: 8.4
Platform Scalability
Apps developed by low-code platform must be scalable and capable of supporting large numbers of users
Category average: 8.5
Reusability
An internal repository where assets, modules, and even entire applications can be reused
Category average: 8.6

Platform User Management
Tools enabling admins to control user access and on-board and off-board users
Category average: 8.4
Visual Modeling
Visual modeling tooling allows business users to design processes visually.
Category average: 7.5
Drag-and-drop Interfaces
Drag-and-drop interface for building applications
Category average: 8.6

Most Frequent Users

Top 3 industries using Claris FileMaker.

Based on HG Insights installation data

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#1 most frequent

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

29.7%

41 installations of 138

#2 most frequent

Information

10.9%

15 installations of 138

#3 most frequent

Educational Services

9.4%

13 installations of 138

Dennis Burnham

CEO in Corporate at Burnham Business Development, Inc. (1-10 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I build database apps in Claris FileMaker Pro for my clients who depend on my technical and graphics expertise to deliver the best possible solution that meets their timeline and budgetary requirements.

Pros

Cross platform
Excellent server
Worldwide developer network
Been in business for 40 years

Cons

In my opinion, Engineering too slow to fix bugs and reported issues
Licensing is too prohibitive for many customers
In my opinion, too many experienced company staff have been replaced by novices

Return on Investment

It became my primary source of income 25 years ago
As a subsidiary of Apple I don't worry about them staying in business
I can leverage my graphics ability to build beautiful user experiences
I can develop unique niche products that are not available elsewhere

Usability

Other Software Used

Adobe Illustrator CC, Adobe PhotoShop

Verified User

Manager in Information Technology (201-500 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

A true relational database that is easy to construct and maintain is an invaluable asset to any organization. We actively use over a dozen databases from the simple (address book, purchase order, etc) to the most complex ones that inter-relate location header, registered members, and invoicing.

Pros

Customised reporting
Security profiles
Quick and simple database creation

Cons

'Find' is very good but could use some work
Pivot Table like Excel has would be helpful

Return on Investment

Positive: Ease of DB design and short user learning curve allows for fast and inexpensive deployment of solutions.

Usability

Alternatives Considered

Microsoft Access and Caspio

Other Software Used

QuarkXPress, BeyondTrust Remote Support, Microsoft 365

Verified User

Employee (11-50 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use Claris FileMaker in so many ways, it’s our registration system, SaaS, CRM and provides reports.

Pros

Reports
Calculations
CRM

Cons

Connecting to a smaller localized database

Return on Investment

We are able to view customer history easily

Usability

Alternatives Considered

Google Sheets

Other Software Used

Oracle Analytics Cloud, airSlate SignNow

Verified User

Team Lead (1001-5000 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use this to distribute scholarships to students and a way to organize how we are distributing our budgets towards admitted students

Pros

organize
reports
customization

Cons

it seems a little archaic
some of the tabs are hard to toggle
seems a little outdated

Return on Investment

budgetting
enables faster scholarship decisions
able to organize students

Usability

Alternatives Considered

SAP Concur

Other Software Used

Emburse Chrome River Invoice, SAP Concur, Slate for Admissions

Crissy Loughridge View profile

CFO in Finance and Accounting at Watermark Management (1-10 employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use Filemaker as an applicant tracking system for our recruiting firm. The database literally runs our business from recording interactions with clients and candidates to scheduling and texting and emailing straight from the software. All our reporting, payroll, everything except invoicing is done through Filemaker. It literally runs our business and I've been very happy with the way it has performed and adapted with new add-ons and features each time there is an upgrade.

Pros

Customized database
Reporting
Wide scope of features

Cons

Interaction with other software
Not easy to initially set up

Most Important Features

Texting
Calendar
Contact records
Ability to house large amounts of data

Return on Investment

Reports that show our vital signs instantly
Improves staff efficiency
Ability to do cost analysis quickly

Alternatives Considered

Microsoft Access

Other Software Used

QuickBooks Desktop Pro, QuickBooks Desktop for Mac

Quickbase

Microsoft Access

Zoho Creator

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