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The era of isolated systems is over. Businesses can no longer settle for efficiency alone; they need full command over their data

Imagine a CFO at a large manufacturing company. Every day, reports pour in from sales, operations, and accounting, each stored in separate systems, disconnected spreadsheets, and tools that don’t talk to each other. Meetings are filled with questions about inconsistent numbers, delaying critical decisions.

Teams spend hours reconciling data, correcting errors, and hunting down the “single source of truth.” Frustration grows, decisions slow down, and opportunities slip away.

This is where a unified data architecture becomes the company’s nervous system, connecting information, centralizing processes, and empowering leaders to turn fragmented data into actionable insights.

The Hidden Costs of Data Fragmentation

Data silos are more than just inconvenient, they come with a high cost. Organizations can lose an estimated US$ 7.8 million annually due to scattered information.

When critical data is fragmented:

• Teams spend more time processing information than using it strategically.
  
  
• Manual data handling increases the risk of errors.
  
  
• Decisions are delayed, based on outdated or incomplete data.

As a direct result of these operational inefficiencies and information friction, employees, particularly knowledge workers, are diverted from strategic tasks. 

This struggle to manage and validate scattered information is the primary driver of wasted time and lost opportunities.

Productivity Drain and Opportunity Loss

Knowledge workers often spend hours exporting, importing, and reconciling data across multiple platforms. This creates:

• Decisions based on outdated or inaccurate information.
  
  
• Higher turnover due to operational frustration.
  
  
• Reduced productivity when simple tasks require multiple manual steps, undermining strategic value.

Implementing workflow management solutions and business process optimization can drastically reduce this burden and allow teams to focus on strategic initiatives.

Compliance Risks

Disconnected systems create legal and regulatory vulnerabilities. Without a clear audit trail, companies risk:

• Fines from inaccurate reporting.
  
  
• Legal exposure due to missing or untraceable data.

Fragmentation creates invisible paths, making it nearly impossible to track when and how each piece of information was recorded or modified. Strong data security and governance protocols are essential to mitigate these risks

Lack of Executive Agility

Slow, week-long reporting forces decisions on outdated scenarios. Executives lose the ability to respond quickly to market changes, causing:

• Missed strategic opportunities due to lack of real-time data.
  
  
• Defensive decisions based on incomplete information.

The solution is immediate visibility and continuous integration that ensures every leader has reliable data when they need it. This approach supports real-time Business Intelligence (BI) and data-driven decisions.

Read more: Less Tools, More Productivity with FileMaker

The Strategic Trio

Codence acts as the integrator, connecting FileMaker solutions, Studio, and Claris Connect into a single, coordinated system. The result is centralized data, automated workflows, and insights leaders can rely on.

With this foundation, executives operate with clarity and confidence: consistent reporting, optimized processes, and end-to-end visibility that turns scattered systems into a real competitive advantage.

FileMaker – Secure, Customizable Core

FileMaker serves as the central engine and data vault, handling complex business rules, financial transactions, and critical operations. It delivers:

• Advanced customization: Tailors the system to company-specific financial and operational rules.
  
  
• Data security: Ensures sensitive information remains protected.
  
  
• Centralized operations: Consolidates accounting, operations, and analytics in one platform.

Transform your operations into a customized data fortress. Explore FileMaker now.

Claris Studio – Web Portals and Executive Dashboards

Claris Studio provides a simple web portal for leaders to access vital KPIs and monitor processes without full-scale development. It delivers:

• Immediate visibility into critical metrics.
  
  
• Data collection from multiple audiences (clients, suppliers, partners).
  
  
• Centralized visual hubs for team alignment and actionable insights.

Gain real-time executive insight. Discover how Claris Studio accelerates your decisions.

Claris Connect – Intelligent Automation Across Systems

Claris Connect acts as the glue between systems, ensuring data flows seamlessly across FileMaker, ERP, Salesforce, and other platforms. It enables:

• Automated workflows without manual intervention.
  
  
• Reliable synchronization across departments and systems.
  
  
• Enhanced operational efficiency, freeing teams for strategic work.

Say goodbye to manual work. See how Claris connect automatically unifies your systems.

Read more: The Power of Integration and Automation for Business

Case Example: Agility and ROI Through Full Integration

The common struggle is clear: when sales, inventory, and accounting systems are isolated, the CFO faces constant delays in financial closing, while the COO lacks real-time operational control. Divergent reports delay strategic decisions and increase operational costs.

Low-Code Integration changes the equation, transforming operational pain into financial gain:

Before: The Cost of Manual Isolation

• Operational Pain: Service Orders are manually reconciled, leading to unbilled work and inflated Days Sales Outstanding (DSO);
• Data Visibility: Fragmented data makes real-time visibility impossible, delaying critical decisions and forcing leadership to be reactive;
• System Sprawl: High cost and complexity from stacking multiple, inflexible SaaS tools for inventory, service, and approvals;

After: The Low-Code Advantage (FileMaker + Genesis Integration)

• Financial Gain: Service Order completion instantly triggers billing and inventory updates. This stabilizes cash flow and dramatically reduces DSO, ensuring revenue recognition is predictable;
• Real-Time Insight: Executive dashboards provide a single source of truth, turning field status into actionable intelligence for proactive decision-making by the CFO and COO;
• Simplified Architecture: Multiple integrated solutions run on one Claris FileMaker platform license, maximizing ROI and minimizing the long-term IT burden of managing separate systems;

Recognizing that manual, isolated processing cripples both speed and profitability, the goal is always an integrated solution capable of unifying operations, delivering real-time insights, and empowering strategic action.

Strategic Execution, Codence’s Claris Trio in Action

Codence implemented FileMaker, Studio, and Connect to create a continuous data flow:

• FileMaker (Core/Genesis): Centralized transactions and complex business rules.
  
  
• Studio (Executive portal): Delivered real-time dashboards for leadership.
  
  
• Connect (Synchronization): Integrated internal and external systems without errors.

Immediate benefits:

• Consolidated data from multiple sources.
  
  
• Reduced manual rework and entry errors.
  
  
• Reliable reports and dashboards accessible anytime.

Quantifiable results:

• Faster financial closing by weeks.
  
  
• Fewer accounting errors and duplicate entries.
  
  
• Improved strategic analysis and scenario planning.

Executives made decisions based on real-time data, boosting confidence and agility across the business.

Why Codence Stands Out

Codence provides strategic consulting and financial insight, ensuring every Claris solution is optimized for business impact. This approach allows rapid adaptation to regulatory and market changes, making low-code digital transformation a reality for clients.

Executives receive ongoing support for informed decisions, with integrated architecture and standardized processes that reduce risk and maximize ROI.

Beyond the Code, Codence’s CFO Mindset

Codence embeds financial intelligence into system architecture, ensuring KPIs like revenue, cash flow, and margin are monitored reliably. Tools include:

• Genesis Suite: Integration across operations, accounting, and BI.
  
  
• Real-time dashboards and metrics: Continuous performance tracking.
  
  
• Centralized transaction, client, and vendor management.

Future-Proofing, Governance and Scalability

Codence’s architecture grows with your business, providing strong data governance and stability. Executives can trust that integrated systems will continue to support critical decisions as operations expand or regulations change.

Is Your Claris Platform Fully Optimized?

Data fragmentation doesn’t have to hold your company back. With FileMaker, Studio, and Connect strategically integrated, organizations gain visibility, agility, and operational security.

Transform your Claris architecture into a central intelligence hub and competitive advantage. Request a consultation with Codence specialists to see how a continuous flow of value can empower your business.