DataFlex Development

Build Powerful Business Software with DataFlex

Rapidly implement software solutions for your business—from seamless employee management to automated monthly reports. One codebase for Web, Mobile, and Windows applications.

Can be built from existing Microsoft Excel solutions
Insanely optimised for data entry systems
Reliable and fast—built to last the life of your business
Flexible reporting options to suit your needs

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Your Software Across Platforms

Web

Web applications are the driving force behind seamless online experiences. Accessible through any browser with no downloads or installations required—incredibly convenient and widely used across industries.

Mobile

The DataFlex framework simplifies creating responsive, single-page mobile web apps with built-in navigation and designs. Business rules remain consistent across all environments using shared Data Dictionaries.

Windows

DataFlex enables rapid development of Windows-like single-page web apps with rich features. Its framework provides parallel resources and visual controls for both Windows and web platforms.

Flexible & Efficient Reporting

Creating reports with DataFlex is straightforward and easily conforms to any layout you need. We offer two options for incorporating reporting into your software.

DataFlex Reports

A powerful and versatile tool designed to support business operations through comprehensive reporting. For advanced users, its VB-like scripting language allows easy creation of formulas and functions in a fully programmable environment.

Streamlines the creation of precise layouts with an intuitive, graphical design tool. Whether crafting custom business forms or complex formulas, DataFlex Reports meets advanced demands—fully integrated with seamless HTML or PDF streaming to browsers.

Virtual Print Engine (VPE)

A library using Ideal Software's Virtual Print Engine to create any type of report. Developers can create pixel-perfect complex documents—reports, forms, diagrams, labels, and more—via program code instead of a visual tool.

In essence, creating reports with pure code using a vast array of functions and procedures. This approach is primarily utilized for Windows projects requiring precise control.

Build the Software Your Business Needs

DataFlex is a high-level, object-oriented 4GL visual development tool designed for Windows, web, and mobile platforms. It empowers businesses to effortlessly create custom applications that meet specific needs and exceed customer expectations. Ensuring consistent implementation, enhancing productivity, and providing a seamless end-to-end experience.

Development with DataFlex

One platform, one programming language, one framework, and one place to store and manage business rules. Easier to learn and less complex—building business applications for web, mobile, and Windows has never been simpler.

Robust Data Management

Relational data storage, rich data types, enterprise-grade governance, and seamless one-click deployment. Essential business data at your fingertips to build applications that solve real challenges and adapt to evolving needs.

Integrated Business Applications

A comprehensive platform bringing together fully integrated tools for building, managing, and deploying business applications. Build, share, use, deploy, administer, and deploy applications faster than ever.

Deliver More, Write Less Code

The DataFlex framework includes database connectivity, a business rules repository, and data-aware UI controls. Developers write less code while building and maintaining more applications faster.

Manage Business Rules with Data Dictionaries

"Data Dictionaries" are a core component of DataFlex—containing business rules in a central repository that defines relationships and manages database operations.

Validating database operations ensures data quality and integrity. Data Dictionaries enforce UI consistency by defining the data's default visual representation across all devices.

With one central repository for business rules, building and maintaining applications is easier and faster. Changes propagate throughout web, mobile, and Windows applications.

High-Level & Easy to Learn

Being high-level, readable, and easy to learn, the DataFlex language is object-oriented. Uniquely designed for reliable, high-performing apps created with less code.

Database Independent

DataFlex applications work with any database. "Connectivity Kits" allow deployment on PostgreSQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server, IBM DB2, and more—change databases simply by installing a different kit.

Cloud-Ready

Deploy DataFlex apps in the cloud or on-site—whichever works best. As requirements change, changing deployment options is easy. DataFlex can take you wherever you want to go.

DataFlex & Digitize: Partners in Business Software

DataFlex successfully powers web, mobile, and Windows applications in enterprises of all sizes across almost every industry: transport, medical, healthcare, construction, IT, government, travel, leisure, financial services, agriculture, wholesale, retail, public utilities, and more.

Digitize provides DataFlex hosting, bundled software, infrastructure packages, and professional services. We support development teams and businesses needing to develop, deploy, and maintain scalable, high-performance business applications rapidly at minimum cost.