Earnest Development - Earnest Desktop Applications

System

System Requirements

Desktop:
Microsoft ® Windows XPsp2, Vista or Windows 7
Microsoft ® Access 2000, XP, 2003, 2007 or 2010 (32 bit)
LAN connection (for multi-user configuration)
Adobe Acrobat (for storing and sending reports)
50mb storage for application files

Server (for multi-user configuration):
Designated shared directories
Simultaneous, multiple user access, r/w permissions.
1 – 30 MB storage per average project file.

Can more than one user work on the same project at the same time?

Yes. The application is designed for the entire project team to use. Each project (an Access database file) can handle up to 255 users at a time.

Can the applications handle extremely large complicated projects?

Absolutely. An Access database can store up to 2 gigabytes of data (includes the db system objects, which are 1-3 MB).

Do I need a licensed copy of Access on each end-user's machine?

Yes. The application needs to run locally on each end-user's machine. In multi-user environments the project files are stored in a shared directory on a server drive. Tables in a project file are linked to the application file on each user's machine. The user can switch from one project to the other from the application on their machine by means of automated "Project Navigation" routines.

Can I run these on Vista or Windows 7?

Yes, either the 32 or 64 bit versions. Note however that Microsoft Office Access must be the 32 bit version.

Is there a limit to the number of projects the application can handle.

There is no limit. Each project file is independent. The user's application file ("front-end") is linked to tables in a project file ("back-end") using automated navigation routines.

Is there a run-time version?

There is not. One of the most appreciated features of our desktop applications is that because they run on Access, data can be manipulated, imported and exported, and system objects can be modified, enhanced, etc. A run-time version wouldn't provide this.

Is there a SQLServer version?

There is not. The desktop applications all run on Microsoft Access ®, version 2000, 2003, 2005 or 2007. The reason is that we are committed to keeping the applications easy to install, easy to use and easy to move from server to laptop and back.

Can the application be run from the server?

Not recommended. Performance is reduced and if you have multiple users there will be problems. Install the Earnest system files on each end-user's local drive:
c:\earnest\ .

Licensing and Ordering

How many licenses do I need?

The standard "Site" license covers an unlimited number of users located in a single office location. You will need a license for each office/location you intend to deploy. As an example, if you have users in your San Francisco, Menlo Park and Los Angeles offices, you would need 3 Site licenses.

Can I get same-day delivery?

In some cases this is possible. Call us directly to place your order and we will do our best to accommodate you.

What about people who travel between offices or work at home?

The Site license covers users with laptops as long as two conditions are met:
1.) the user is working on projects managed by a licensed office AND
2.) the laptop is maintained and controlled by a licensed office.
As an example; the LA office has a Site License, and has a team working on project "A". The Earnest application can be installed on laptops controlled by the LA office, and team members can use the application to work on the project wherever they travel, and at home.

Can I purchase with a credit card?

We accept credit cards online exclusively through PayPal. Go to Pricing and Ordering. To order click the product "Add to Cart" button, then follow the instructions.

When the transaction is complete you will receive a confirmation from PayPal followed by an email from Earnest Development with instructions for downloading your files. Turn-around time is 1-5 business days.

Are single-user licenses available?

Single user licenses are available only to independent consultants and sole-proprietors at a discount price. Contact us directly for more information.