How does the process of implementing CEDARWOOD usually work?
Committing to a database system is a major decision. We want you to be comfortable with any decision that you make and with every step in the process.

Stage 1 - Determine if CEDARWOOD is right for your organization.

• Make sure you are looking at the right class of database solutions by answering these questions.

• Look over our features.

• See if it is flexible enough to meet your needs.

Stage 2 - Take a test drive.

• Download the trial copy of the CEDARWOOD solution.

• View the Navigating CEDARWOOD video to learn enough about the system to begin working with the trial.

• Request a live web demonstration.

Stage 3 - Make the decision.

• Make the decision to purchase CEDARWOOD.

• Sign our client contract.

• Work with Jason to determine your networking needs.

• Purchase necessary licenses of FileMaker Pro and FileMaker Pro Server.

Stage 4a - Data Migration (if moving old data into CEDARWOOD).

• Export a snapshot of your current data into an open format. Send that data to John.

• Work with John to determine how the fields from your old system will match up to the fields in CEDARWOOD.

• John will convert the snapshot data into a test run copy of CEDARWOOD.

• Install the test run onto your server.

• Have your staff review the data, looking for conversion errors.

Stage 4b - Web Site Preparation (if purchasing the Online Registration System).

• Work with Steven to determine how your current website will link to the ORS.

• Work with Steven to determine your settings for the ORS.

Stage 5 - Go Live.

• Perform a final export from your old system and shut it down (if applicable). Send the data to John.

• John will convert the data.

• Work with John to set up your initial system preferences, to set up user accounts and privileges, and to set up the starting data for your supporting modules.

• Begin running off of CEDARWOOD.

• Perform any necessary data entry and/or data cleanup.

• Bring the Online Registration System online.