Digital Transformation Blog

Custom Views in Claris Studio

As of May 2025, Claris Studio now includes Custom Views, making it easier to shape dashboards and interfaces around your workflow. You can mix and match elements from different views, create role-specific layouts for team members or vendors, and access your FileMaker data more efficiently. In this article, we’ll explore how Custom Views can simplify your work and share practical examples to help you get started.

Theo Berklich  /  Claris FileMaker  /  September 18th, 2025

Boost Nonprofit Impact with AI

AI is transforming how work is done. For nonprofit organizations, it's not about buzzwords; it's about creating a greater impact. Whether you're working on fundraising, building donor relationships, managing grants, or fulfilling your mission, the right AI tools and technical support can help your team save time, expand your reach, and accomplish more with fewer resources.

Jacqueline Doe  /  September 10th, 2025

Salesforce Education Cloud Winter '26 Highlights

Change is in the air as the seasons shift and campuses gear up for what’s next! Salesforce’s Winter ’26 release is just around the corner, bringing a flurry of enhancements to Education Cloud with AI-powered tools like Course Search and Student Goals in Agentforce, enhanced admissions flexibility, smarter course planning, and powerful philanthropy features.

Maria Thompson  /  Salesforce  /  August 28th, 2025

Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud Winter '26 Highlights

Like your favorite winter sweater, the latest Nonprofit Cloud updates keep your organization warm, cozy, and running smoothly! The Salesforce Winter '26 Release for Nonprofit Cloud is bundling up the essentials—from simpler Volunteer and Program Management to a refreshed fundraising experience—seamlessly connected with Outcome Management and Grantmaking through Data Cloud. Let's snowball into what's new and explore how these updates can boost your organization's impact this winter!

Sarah Daily  /  Salesforce  /  August 28th, 2025

Salesforce Winter '26 Highlights

Summer is coming to a close, and those outside temperatures are starting to drop again. As pools close, schools open back up, and a chilly breeze fills the air, it's good to take some time to reflect. From simple quality of life improvements in flows and list views to enhanced LWR site and Salesforce's new Partner Cloud, there is something in the Salesforce Winter '26 Release to make your organization feel as crisp as a snowy morning!

Mark Lurton  /  Salesforce  /  August 27th, 2025

Claris FileMaker 2025 Licensing Updates

FileMaker 2025 Licensing Updates bring simplicity to the Claris platform. With this release, FileMaker Pro, Claris Studio, and Claris Connect are now all included under a single, streamlined license. Over 50,000 organizations worldwide rely on Claris to build custom apps fast—now it’s even easier. As a top Claris FileMaker Reseller, we’re breaking down what’s new and what it means for you!

Max Lundy  /  Claris FileMaker  /  August 26th, 2025

DIY: Migrating from Salesforce NPSP to NPC

Since its initial release in 2008, Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) has been adopted by over 40,000 organizations. As Salesforce advances its platform, nonprofits are encouraged to begin planning their migration to the newer Nonprofit Cloud (NPC) to leverage the latest tools and innovations tailored to the sector. Migrating from NPSP to NPC is a complex, organization-wide effort that benefits from the expertise of a trusted Salesforce partner, such as DB Services. This article outlines key considerations for nonprofits preparing for this transition.

Jason Swan  /  Salesforce  /  August 20th, 2025

The Next Competitive Edge in AI: Why is MCP Gaining Ground

AI isn’t just a trend anymore. It’s the next competitive edge—and the tools we use to harness it are evolving rapidly. One of the most exciting developments to watch right now is the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Many firms have dipped a toe into AI tools such as sales, operations, marketing, or finance. However, few are using them strategically. That’s about to change with the rise of MCPs that reshape how organizations interact with AI systems.

Jacqueline Doe  /  August 15th, 2025

Volunteer Management in Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud

Volunteers are crucial to many nonprofit organizations. With Volunteer Management in Nonprofit Cloud, you can improve every step of the volunteer process, from managing initiatives to sign-up and time tracking to reporting, and keep all of the data directly inside of Salesforce.

Kevin Boehle  /  Salesforce  /  August 7th, 2025

How AI Helps Professional Services Save Time and Work Smarter

AI isn’t just a trend; it’s a powerful tool transforming how professional services firms operate, and yet many teams feel unsure about where to begin. This guide is built for that moment. It’s packed with practical advice to help you identify where AI can make the most significant difference in your day-to-day work.

Jacqueline Doe  /  July 30th, 2025

Surveys for Success: International Rescue Committee

DB Services' Surveys for Success program will donate to the International Rescue Committee (IRC) for Q3 of 2025. The IRC provides emergency aid, healthcare, education, and economic support to people affected by conflict and disaster. The Surveys for Success program is our way of saying thank you for our customers’ valuable feedback by paying it forward to communities in crisis around the world.

Leah Bass  /  News  /  July 15th, 2025

AI in Claris FileMaker: Generate Response from Model

The Generate Response from Model feature in Claris FileMaker 2025 allows developers to interact with AI models to obtain text responses based on user prompts. This feature extends FileMaker's capabilities in integrating AI-driven content generation into custom solutions. Includes video and demo file.

Austin Carie  /  Claris FileMaker,  Free Downloads  /  July 9th, 2025

AI in Claris FileMaker: Perform Find by Natural Language

The Perform Find by Natural Language feature in Claris FileMaker 2025 allows users to perform finds using natural language prompts instead of traditional find criteria. This feature interprets user inputs and dynamically generates corresponding find requests. Includes sample file and video.

Austin Carie  /  Claris FileMaker,  Free Downloads  /  July 9th, 2025

AI in Claris FileMaker: Perform SQL Query by Natural Language

The Perform SQL Query by Natural Language feature in Claris FileMaker 2025 allows users to perform SQL queries using natural language prompts instead of manually writing SQL. Includes video and demo file.

Austin Carie  /  Claris FileMaker,  Free Downloads  /  July 9th, 2025

Claris FileMaker Server 2025 Overview

Claris FileMaker Server 2025 is here! This new version is filled with a whole slew of useful features and optimizations for both FileMaker Server and WebDirect. These enhancements will take your FileMaker applications to new heights!

Jose Cuyugan  /  Claris FileMaker  /  July 8th, 2025

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