technology
Following a list of all the technologies developed over the last 12 years. Most of these technologies are modularised and is currently used in a vast array of desktop, back office and web applications.1. Business Applications
1.1. Web Mail E-Mail
This application allows users to receive and send e-mail via any normal e-mail client as well as via the Internet. Re-labelling of the Internet Interface to be company specific is quick and easy. Mailbox and application specific settings can be done locally or via the Internet.
- Free Email can be offered to Webmasters, Companies or Individuals.
- E-Mail maintenance is easy.
- Application is not high on system resources.
- High levels of control can be maintained at all times.
- Application is not drive space intensive.
- Full logging can be kept on single or all users.
- New users have no NT Security implications.
1.2. Contact Database
The contact database is a modular application, which allows for numerous applications for company support and contact tools. This database structure can be used internally (PC) or via the Internet.
- Data entries are classified according to the person entering the data.
- Classification is up to 3 levels.
- Database allows for automated tasks linked to pagers, e-mails or cellular phones.
- Customer contact details can be tracked and handed over to new sales people.
- Management can override classification levels.
1.3. Time Management
The time management module manages time spent on tasks, projects or any other category that management or an individual would like to track.
- Time is managed in blocks of 15 minutes.
- Database allows for automated updates via pagers, e-mails or cellular phones.
- Management can co-ordinate time spent on any of the registered entities.
- Finance can pay contractors directly from the time management sheets.
- Future planning is made easy.
1.4. Project Management
The project management module manages projects and productivity, or any other entity registered by management. Project timelines and budgets can be monitored in real time. Management can co-ordinate time spent on any of the projects. Finance can pay contractors directly from
the project sheets.
1.5. Productivity Management
This module runs as a Back Office Component. Various repetitious tasks can be scheduled to produce results for management.
- Database management tasks, sizes and speed can be monitored.
- Internet speed test monitors the availability and speed of servers.
- Personnel activity can be tracked and logged.
- Daily, weekly and monthly reports are generated.
1.6. Instant Messaging
Instant messaging helps communication between remote offices as well as providing various alert functions. Popup widows can display server problems.
- Emergency mail popup functions help to spread the message.
- Online chat for short conversations.
- Operators easily communicate with database administrators.
1.7. DNS Management
DNS management propagates DNS entries from one server to other servers. Faultfinding can be activated to inform operators, supervisors, managers, customers and administrators.
- Full error reporting.
- Speed tests to report bottlenecks.
- Automatic propagation.
- Automatic serial number updates.
- Full accounting and billing.
2. Management Applications
2.1. Data Visualization
The data visualization application is an online application to visualize data from any give database into any type of chart by dumping the data into a jpeg and the re-directing the browser to that jpeg.
- Any chart type can be used.
- A full range of 17M colors can be utilized.
- Charts can be combined.
- Averaging and splinting is available.
2.2. Reporting Engine
The reporting engine is used to generate management reports on Finance, Personnel, Technical, Administration, Network Management and Server Management.
- Management can set the standard.
- Reports can be forwarded, password protected.
- Alerts will inform key personnel.
2.3. E-Commerce Management
The e-commerce management application is used to monitor e-commerce trends, characteristics and user habits by breaking down website log files and displaying results in chart form by hour, day, week, month and year.
- Page views per period.
- Unique visitors.
- Surfing depths.
- Advertising responses.
3. E-Commerce Applications
3.1. Order Process Engine
The order process engine operates both from an Intranet as well as an Internet environment and specializes in the processing of orders. Full product maintenance as well as re-ordering features are built in.
- PC based application for Intranet.
- Executive reporting.
- Shipment control.
- Credit card verification.
3.2. Transaction Engine
The transaction engine is a Back Office element designed for the receiving, sorting, executing, maintenance and reporting of data stream elements and any work off a complex ram drive module.
- High-speed data receiving.
- Data filtering.
- Data classification.
- Database updates.
- Query handling.
3.3. Smart FAQ
Smart FAQ is a web based frequently asked module whereby local administrators handle user questions. FAQ’s are classified by a rules based engine and posted for immediate general use.
- Auto Classification and prioritization.
- Full administrator control.
- Operators can sensor questions before posting.
- Web based user interface with full index search.
- Adaptable for any industry or website.
- Full analytics statistics.
- Management reporting.
- Compatibility to most call structures.
3.4. Data Encryption
This module is used in Internet and Intranet environment to encrypt selected fields in database such as credit card numbers, email addresses and other sensitive data.
- Hiding sensitive fields to hackers and personnel.
- Already adapted for use in document storage and backups.
- Easily adaptable for stand-alone pc use.
4. Internet Applications
4.1. Server Communication Engine
This module was designed to do server diagnostics, server availability and network debugging by means of a complex server-to-server communication engine.
- Data can be communicated between servers.
- Data and commands can be communicated between administrator’s workstation and servers.
- Data propagation, backups and other auto tasks can be manipulated.
4.2. DNS Propagation and Diagnostics
The on and diagnostics module is used to propagate Dns transactions from any workstation to a pre-set Dns server range. This module was developed for Internet, Intranet and Pc use.
- Immediate fault reporting to administrators.
- User definable propagation times.
- Full uptime diagnostics.
- Management reporting and statistics.
4.3. Data Migration Engine
This engine was developed for the Internet. Data migration happens according to a pre-set migration sequence and is used for redundancy and load balancing over more than one server.
- Can be adapted for server backups.
- Migrate data to and from main server.
- Automatic updating of files often changed on one server.
- Management reporting.
4.4. Server Activity Monitor
The server activity monitor monitors bandwidth, page views and response times and is generally used for the monitoring of server load balancers and redundancy servers.
- Management reporting.
- Problem reporting.
- General statistics
4.5. Auto Compression
The auto compression engine is used in mass ftp up and downloads and was developed for PC use. >
- Easily adaptable for Intranet and Internet use.
- Adaptable for emergency and disaster recovery programs.
- Uses a priority call protocol to speed up ftp transfers.
4.6. Software Update
This module was developed for PC-based programs to keep users on the latest version or release. Combined with the auto compression and download engine, this module forms a vital part of user-based programs.
- Verifies upgrade availabilities.
- Automatically download and install newer version.
- Reports vital customer data to supplier.
- Anti hacking and pirating routine prohibits illegal copies.
5. Server Applications
5.1. Alert Engine
The alert engine reads instructions from a database and applies it against a set of rules to report to administrators or management.
- Can be adapted for any industry.
- Report in any interval selected.
- E-mail, cell phone and pager reporting.
- Full management and statistical reporting.
5.2. Web Crawler Engine
This engine filters out e-mail addresses and domain names from large text or html files to update the master database. The engine downloads all home pages from the listed domains and adds the new domains and email addresses to the database.
- Expiry notifications.
- Competition and opposition reporting.
- Domain name generation for new domain registrations.
- Incorrect data reporting.
- Full diagnostic reporting.
5.3. Web Analytics
The web analytics module reports response time from a set of domains and compare response times as well as availability.
- User defined standards.
- Management reporting.
- Opposition monitoring.
- International availability reporting.
5.4. Back Office Monitor
The back office monitor was developed for Windows NT and monitors back office tasks, their execution times, amount of records handled as well as the automation of daily tasks.
- Full management reporting.
- Automation of sensitive tasks.
- Disk space availability.
- Database conditions.
- Server response times.
- Network traffic and availability.
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