Custom Database Development
The majority of projects taken on by Illuminaries are based around data of some description. Whether it's an online questionnaire, a diagnostic tool or a customer relationship management system, Illuminaries have the database design and development experience to handle your requirements.
Key capabilities
- Database design
- Database development
- Integration, migration and conversion
- Upsizing e.g. Microsoft Access to SQL Server
- Management and administration
- Maintenance and support
- Reporting
- Years experience
- 30+
- Satisfied clients
- 100+
- Systems developed
- 200+
Our Experience
Our development team have vast experience in various database technologies, including Microsoft Access, SQL Server and MySQL. We understand that the main reason data is collected is so that reporting and analysis can be carried out, which is why our databases are carefully designed and developed with this aim in mind. We have a lot of experience in using many reporting tools and have developed our own custom reporting modules providing flexibility to our customers.
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"Thanks so much for the quality database. It is a great piece of work. I am demonstrating it today at Willerby and am sure everyone will be impressed."
- Julie Platts, Health Education England
For further information on database development projects we have carried out, please see the Database Development Projects section; our Testimonials section includes some client feedback from various projects.
Our Process
Illuminaries design IT systems to help your business or organisation better manage its information and make your IT investment more effective. We can provide a complete 'end to end' service.
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Requirements capture
The process begins with the initial consultation and requirements capture, enabling us to understand your unique business needs and desired outcomes. From here the project plan is determined.
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Development
On approval of the project plan and fixed costs, our team work closely with key stakeholders throughout the development process, ensuring the project is kept on track and is achieving the desired goals.
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Support
On completion and launch of the system, clients are not left alone. We offer tailor made support packages to maintain and improve systems as business processes and objectives change over time.
Frequently asked questions.
Everything you need to know about working with Illuminaries.
We currently use Microsoft Access/Excel; can you move our data to a more robust system?
One of our core services is "Upsizing." We specialise in migrating legacy Microsoft Access databases or complex Excel spreadsheets into high-performance Microsoft SQL Server environments. This improves speed, security, and allows multiple users to access the data simultaneously without corruption.
What is the benefit of a "Bespoke" database over a standard CRM?
While off-the-shelf CRMs are good for general use, they often force you to change your business processes to fit the software. A bespoke database is designed around your specific workflow, ensuring you only pay for the features you need and that the data reporting matches your exact KPIs.
Which database technologies do you use?
Our team has extensive experience in Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, and Microsoft Access. We choose the technology based on your scale—from lightweight desktop applications to enterprise-level web-based data systems.
How do you handle data security and GDPR compliance?
Security is built into our design process. As a Cyber Essentials certified company, we implement strict data encryption, secure user authentication, and robust backup procedures to ensure your sensitive business data remains protected and compliant with UK data protection laws.
Can you create custom reports from our existing data?
Absolutely. Data is only useful if it’s actionable. We develop custom reporting modules and can integrate tools like Power BI or bespoke dashboard interfaces so you can visualize trends and generate automated reports at the click of a button.
Will our new database work with our existing software?
Yes, we specialize in Database Integration. We can build interfaces that allow your new database to "talk" to your existing Microsoft Office applications, accounting software, or third-party APIs, eliminating the need for manual data entry across different platforms.