What is Claris FileMaker?

Claris FileMaker, the low-code leader for more than three decades, can help you transform your business.

With FileMaker, you can create custom database apps that help business quickly solve critical problems, such as tracking inventory, managing sales leads, and facilitating orders — while helping improve productivity and boosting return on investment.

One platform. Endless opportunities.

Create all types of apps to streamline your business and projects.

Old-tech vs low-tech management options

		Manual entry	Spreadsheet	FileMaker Custom App
PROS		Low cost. Known entity. Easy to use.	Low cost. Known entity. Easy to use. Can create fairly complex calculations.	Low cost. Build to serve specific business needs. Real-time sharing on any device. Easy to use. No code. Low code. Pro code options. Automate workflows. Enterprise-grade security. Integrates with other software and apps.
CONS		Requires time-intensive manual processes. Stale reporting and data. Handwritten errors. Scattered information. Team members work with different information sets. Lack of tracking capabilities for inventory. Cumbersome reporting and analysis.	Key-in and cascading errors. Stale reporting. Rigid template. Long formulas. Poor or limited security. Scattered information and siloed data. Cannot meet demands of complex supply chain. Hard to share data.	Time required to learn the FileMaker Platform. Time required to build custom app on the FileMaker Platform.* *Most users build their first custom app in less than 4 weeks.

How it works

Claris FileMaker is a complete offering to create, host, and access your custom apps, plus integrate these apps with your other data and systems.

Create

Build apps with FileMaker Pro for your Windows or Mac computer, mobile device, or the web.

Host

Host your apps on-premise with FileMaker Server or choose FileMaker Cloud to host your apps securely online.

Access

Users can easily access FileMaker apps from a computer, tablet, mobile and the web.

Integrate

Claris FileMaker
seamlessly integrates with other data sources, applications and technologies.

Build the operational apps your team can't live without!

Simba Supply Chain Solutions drives success with Claris FileMaker with a centralized supply chain management database.

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African FMCG leader transforms food sales and distribution in multiple African countries with Claris FileMaker.

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Claris FileMaker empowers the simultaneous construction of 111 hospitals in Ghana.

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Dartin uses a streamlined cross-platform solution medical device maintenance business.

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Medisprof relies on a robust, secure, scalable digital system to manage patient data and procedures.

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The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs modernizes consular services ensure the interconnectivity of 89 embassies and consulates with Claris FileMaker.

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The unique initiative of CGIS in Qatar to streamline site inspection operations and synchronize the work of 1000 inspectors.

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k7 teaches FileMaker low code programming at WSB Merito Universities and shapes the future of the next generation.

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IT Consortium shares unique perspectives on leveraging technology for growth and development across Africa.

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Melis Goral Jewelry streamlined operations and boosted sales by implementing a Claris FileMaker scalable and efficient solution.

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SINOPECHE, streamlined its operations and enabled efficient management of production, HR, sales, and compliance with a custom-built FileMaker solution.

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