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How to Reduce Manual Processes in Your Business
In a fast-paced business environment, the constant need to manually handle repetitive tasks can...
5 Ways ERP Integration Can Streamline Your Operations
For today’s Operations Managers, the endless balancing act of manual processes, data tracking, and...
A Beginners Guide to Responsive Design
If you’ve ever visited a website on your phone and had to zoom in or scroll sideways to read...
Lazy Loading in Web Development: A Beginners Guide
When you visit a website, it’s often packed with images, videos, and other media. While these...
How to Choose the Right Website Building Solution
Building a website is an exciting step, whether you plan to launch a personal blog, a small...
Choosing the Right Stock Code Format for Your Business
When it comes to managing your inventory, stock codes (also known as SKUs (Stock Keeping Units)...
Understanding Price Bands
When managing pricing for different customers, the concept of price bands can simplify things...
Did You Know? – Datafile Cursor Colour
Sometimes when there’s a data entry form with many data items on, it may not be obvious where the...
What is Hosting and What Kind Should You Get?
If you’re new to websites, you might have heard the term "hosting" thrown around often. But what...
Introduction To Meta Tags, Open Graph, and X Cards
An introduction to meta tags, what are they, and why do you need them? Fear not! Let’s dive into...
A Basic Guide to URLs and Why They Matter for SEO
If you're a website admin working with a CMS, you've probably come across URLs and may have heard...
A Beginner’s Guide to Heading Tags And How to Use Them
If you’re new to running a website with a CMS (Content Management System) and using a WYSIWYG...
Beginners Guide To Domain Names
If you've ever wondered what a domain name is and how it works, you’re in the right place. Let’s...
A Quick Guide To Image Formats And Using Them On The Web
Types Of Images There are loads of different image formats, and each one has its own perks. Here...
Datafile Validate E-Mail Address
If adding / updating an E-Mail address item on customer/supplier account or sales/purchase order...
SUBST vs NET USE Mapping Drive Letters Made Simple
If you’ve ever worked with shared drives or folders, you’ve probably had to "map" a drive. It’s...
Glossary Of Web Development Terms
Hi there!, Tech can sometimes feel like a whole different language, full of jargon and confusing...
What is Integration and Why Should You Care?
In today’s tech-heavy world, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of tools, systems,...
Oracle NetSuite B2B eCommerce Integration
In the fast-paced world of B2B eCommerce, businesses need powerful and flexible tools to keep up...
Sage 200 B2B eCommerce Integration
In today’s online business landscape, companies increasingly seek ways to streamline their B2B...
What Is B2B eCommerce And Is The ROI Worth It?
Business-to-Business (B2B) eCommerce refers to online transactions between businesses. Unlike...
A Non-Technical Guide To XML Files
In the world of data exchange and storage, XML (eXtensible Markup Language) plays a significant...
A Non-Technical Guide To CSV Files
In today's digital age, data is king. Businesses rely on data to make informed decisions,...
What Is EDI? – Electronic Data Interchange Explained
In today's digital age, businesses rely heavily on efficient communication to streamline...
What Are API’s? – Application Programming Interface Explained
In today's digital landscape, where technology reigns supreme, the term "API" is frequently thrown...
Schema Markup Made Simple: Boost Your Website’s Visibility
Introduction In the world of websites, standing out is essential, but how can you make sure your...
Web Development: Structured Data vs. Visual Page Builders: Unveiling the Underlying Differences
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of web design, two distinct approaches have gained...
Navigating the Remote-First World: A New Frontier for B2B Sales
Introduction In recent years, the business landscape has undergone a significant transformation,...
Choosing the Right ERP System for Your Wholesale/Distribution Business
Key Attributes to Consider Introduction As the owner of a wholesale or distribution business, you...
Customer Portal Ecommerce Websites
Maximizing Business Success with Customer Portal Ecommerce Websites In the ever-evolving landscape...
How to Avoid Project Creep and Ensure Success When Implementing a Portal Integrated with ERP
Implementing a portal integrated with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system can...
How Brevo Integration Could Enhance Your Online Portal
Empowering Business Growth with Brevo Integration In today's digital age, effective communication...
A Guide To Help Traditional Businesses Implement A B2B Customer Portal
Transforming Your Brick-and-Mortar Business: A Guide to Building a B2B Portal for Customers...
What Are The Benefits of Customer Self-Service Portals
As a business owner, you're constantly seeking ways to enhance your services, improve efficiency,...
Understanding Sales Order and Purchase Order Processing Systems
Streamlining Business Operations: The Role of Sales Order Processing, Purchase Order Processing,...
The Role of Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Nominal Ledger, and Cashbook
Demystifying Company Accounts: The Role of Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Nominal Ledger, and...
Understanding The Power of Integrating B2B Portals with ERP Systems
As a business owner, you're always on the lookout for ways to enhance efficiency, reduce...
How Customer ERP Portals Help Enhance Efficiency
In today's dynamic business landscape, customer ERP portals play a pivotal role. These online...
Navigating the World of Omnichannel Customer Experiences with Portals and ERP
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for your...
How B2B Portals Strengthen Customer Relationships
As a business owner, one of your top priorities is fostering strong and lasting relationships with...
Understanding the Key Differences Between B2B, B2C, and B2E Systems
In today's digital age, businesses have various avenues to connect with their target audiences and...
What Are The Benefits of a B2B Portal with Custom Pricing and ERP Integration
In today's highly competitive business landscape, staying ahead of the curve is essential. One...
Understanding The Power of Web-Based Portals for Employees
In the fast-paced world of business, staying ahead of the curve is paramount. One transformative...
Understanding the Difference Between Accounting Software and ERP Systems
As a business owner, you're likely familiar with accounting software. You might even be using...
Unlocking Business Success: The Power of Customer Portals Linked to ERP Systems
Running a successful business in today's fast-paced world requires keeping up with the latest...
Ribbon – Menu Favourites for All Modules
Following the continuation of the Datafile 'Did You Know' series this latest addition covers the...
Datafile Automatic Bank Reconciliation Module
If you have ever done Bank Rec and you use Datafile you will surely not want to miss the...
Datafile Autumn 2020 News and Updates
Welcome to the latest update from Datafile containing information about their forthcoming release,...
Datafile Software News December 2019
The latest update will be available shortly and contains new features suggested by Clients and Partners. Some key features include…
Two New Datafile Features Coming in 2020
Checkout this article to catch up on a couple of new features which are coming soon to Datafile accounting and business software in 2020…
Order Tracking with Definable Order Status Options
Better Order Tracking with definable Order Status options, you can now set up your own Order Status letter assignments…
Datafile Software Alerts via Email
When key events happen in the system, Alerts can be set against any database table so that either an email can be automatically sent…
Sales Ledger Reprint Multiple Invoice Documents
Reprint Multiple Invoice Documents within Ledger Enquiries – Sales Ledger – Invoices, use the Select button for each document required…
Datafile Quick Find Feature
When key events happen in the system, Alerts can be set against any database table so that either an email can be automatically sent…