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carolinatans · 07-31-2005, 05:56 PM

Would a database let you build what you needed to keep up with everything that one would need to run a salon? I don't know anything about a database but been told that you can put what you want into it.......

TheBeachStop · 07-31-2005, 09:02 PM

Yes and no. Yes, a database can, however, you have to be knowledgeable in its structure and design to fulfill what you want it to do. No, in that just having a DB is not enough. You need an application to put data into, change and delete from the database. Microsoft Access can do it. Would take some time but can be done. In fact, if I remember correctly, MS had quite a few freebie applications for Access. Videos and salons were two I remember.

Neon Beach · 07-31-2005, 09:10 PM

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On 2005-07-31 17:56:00, carolinatans wrote:
Would a database let you build what you needed to keep up with everything that one would need to run a salon? I don't know anything about a database but been told that you can put what you want into it.......
The what now??

carolinatans · 07-31-2005, 09:21 PM

We use outlook express right now but you have to manually keep up with packages. Figured you might could let the database do that for you and could you generate reports on income from each person etc...........

Tommy · 07-31-2005, 09:30 PM

It seems like you're thinking about writing Tanning Salon software using a commercial database program, without knowing "anything about a database"? The vary structure of question should provide the answer. Commercial Tanning Salon software is under $1000 which seems like a reasonable investment, unless you already own a salon that running manually and are looking to acquire a hobby.

Tom

carolinatans · 07-31-2005, 09:45 PM

Not thinking of writing it because I dont know how but with information obtained throughout the internet one might get the necessary.........

Tommy · 07-31-2005, 11:02 PM

I just googled "Free Salon management application" and got 738,000 hits, maybe with a effort you can something. I know you can export your contact list from Outlook Express, so if you can find something you'll be better off than you are now.

Good luck.
Tom

mr belvedere · 07-31-2005, 11:35 PM

Yes, even the technically inept could create a crude data base that would support the basics of tanning salon computing. But like Tommy said, why? There are sooooo many nuances to to retail/service transacting that are supported in canned applications for very little money, considering the time it would take a novice to achieve the same quality. Trust me, buy something like Helios(nothing else, except maybe Sunlync, sorry, I just spammed all over myself). Good luck. Hope this helps.

Andy · 08-01-2005, 11:10 AM

Helios started out 17 years ago as just a flat database of Client Names and addresses and a little bit more. Now 17 years later it does just about everything a salon owner would need a Customer Management and Point of Sale system to do.

No upfront cost ... just $39.99 per month ... you decide

carolinatans · 08-01-2005, 01:08 PM

Andy, I have decided AGAINST Helios because the way the contract is written you could draft my account at will any amount you chose to. That is not a acceptable contract for anyone to sign that had read it in my opinion. You send me a Monthly bill that does NOT have to be drafted with a set amount due each month and I would consider it.

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07-31-2005, 05:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
carolinatans Join Date: Apr 1 2005 Location: SC Posts: 73 Rep Power: 0	Would a database let you build what you needed to keep up with everything that one would need to run a salon? I don't know anything about a database but been told that you can put what you want into it.......

07-31-2005, 09:02 PM	#2 (permalink)
TheBeachStop Join Date: Nov 6 2004 Posts: 65 Rep Power: 0	Yes and no. Yes, a database can, however, you have to be knowledgeable in its structure and design to fulfill what you want it to do. No, in that just having a DB is not enough. You need an application to put data into, change and delete from the database. Microsoft Access can do it. Would take some time but can be done. In fact, if I remember correctly, MS had quite a few freebie applications for Access. Videos and salons were two I remember.

07-31-2005, 09:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
Neon Beach Join Date: Nov 30 2000 Location: Ontario Age: 61 Posts: 38,594 Rep Power: 107	Quote: On 2005-07-31 17:56:00, carolinatans wrote: Would a database let you build what you needed to keep up with everything that one would need to run a salon? I don't know anything about a database but been told that you can put what you want into it....... The what now??

07-31-2005, 09:21 PM	#4 (permalink)
carolinatans Join Date: Apr 1 2005 Location: SC Posts: 73 Rep Power: 0	We use outlook express right now but you have to manually keep up with packages. Figured you might could let the database do that for you and could you generate reports on income from each person etc...........

07-31-2005, 09:30 PM	#5 (permalink)
Tommy Join Date: Jul 16 2005 Posts: 283 Rep Power: 19	It seems like you're thinking about writing Tanning Salon software using a commercial database program, without knowing "anything about a database"? The vary structure of question should provide the answer. Commercial Tanning Salon software is under $1000 which seems like a reasonable investment, unless you already own a salon that running manually and are looking to acquire a hobby. Tom

07-31-2005, 09:45 PM	#6 (permalink)
carolinatans Join Date: Apr 1 2005 Location: SC Posts: 73 Rep Power: 0	Not thinking of writing it because I dont know how but with information obtained throughout the internet one might get the necessary.........

07-31-2005, 11:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
Tommy Join Date: Jul 16 2005 Posts: 283 Rep Power: 19	I just googled "Free Salon management application" and got 738,000 hits, maybe with a effort you can something. I know you can export your contact list from Outlook Express, so if you can find something you'll be better off than you are now. Good luck. Tom

07-31-2005, 11:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
mr belvedere Mr. b Join Date: May 10 2005 Age: 54 Posts: 7,247 Rep Power: 68	Yes, even the technically inept could create a crude data base that would support the basics of tanning salon computing. But like Tommy said, why? There are sooooo many nuances to to retail/service transacting that are supported in canned applications for very little money, considering the time it would take a novice to achieve the same quality. Trust me, buy something like Helios(nothing else, except maybe Sunlync, sorry, I just spammed all over myself). Good luck. Hope this helps.

08-01-2005, 11:10 AM	#9 (permalink)
Andy Join Date: Jan 25 2000 Location: CT Posts: 1,768 Rep Power: 25	Helios started out 17 years ago as just a flat database of Client Names and addresses and a little bit more. Now 17 years later it does just about everything a salon owner would need a Customer Management and Point of Sale system to do. No upfront cost ... just $39.99 per month ... you decide

08-01-2005, 01:08 PM	#10 (permalink)
carolinatans Join Date: Apr 1 2005 Location: SC Posts: 73 Rep Power: 0	Andy, I have decided AGAINST Helios because the way the contract is written you could draft my account at will any amount you chose to. That is not a acceptable contract for anyone to sign that had read it in my opinion. You send me a Monthly bill that does NOT have to be drafted with a set amount due each month and I would consider it.

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