Claris FileMaker FAQ

New to Claris FileMaker, or wondering whether it’s right for your business? Here are the questions we’re asked most often by teams looking to build, support, or migrate to a FileMaker solution.

• What is Claris FileMaker? A low-code platform for building custom business apps that fit how your team actually works, rather than forcing you to work around off-the-shelf software.
• Is it right for my business? If you’re managing data across spreadsheets, email and legacy systems, a tailored FileMaker solution can bring it all together.
• Do you offer ongoing support? Yes — as Certified FileMaker Developers and Business Alliance partners, we support solutions long after launch.
• Can you migrate our existing system? Yes, including data migration from legacy databases and other platforms.
• How long does a typical project take? A focused new system can launch in a matter of weeks; larger, multi-department solutions are usually delivered in phases so you get value earlier rather than waiting for everything at once.
• What does it cost? It depends on scope, but because FileMaker is built iteratively, you’re not committing to a large fixed price upfront — we scope an initial phase, agree the cost, and grow from there.
• Do you work with businesses outside the UK? Yes, alongside UK clients we support businesses across Europe, the US, Africa and the Asia Pacific region.

If your question isn’t answered above, that’s usually because it’s specific to how your business works — which is exactly the kind of thing worth a direct conversation rather than a generic answer. Get in touch and we’ll talk it through.