Software is a logical set of commands written for a computer to follow.  Programmers write software to automate many different tasks including calculating payroll; counting and valuing  inventory; displaying graphics; producing financial statements; and analyzing data of all types.

Ward/Pease has experience with many different software applications including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, budget, general ledger, inventory, MICR check printing, non-profit fundraising, partnership tax, payroll, personnel, purchasing, and vessel management.

Ward/Pease's programming expertise has been developed using Visual Basic, VBScript, COBOL, Microsoft Access, SQL, DOS, Qbasic, HTML, and ASP.  We have worked in environments from mainframes to networks to PCs and the Internet, in large and small businesses and non-profits and so we have the expertise to evaluate your software requirements.

• Software Package Selection - when an off-the-shelf solution is the right choice
• Upgrades - bringing your current software up-to-date
• Custom Software Design - writing software to your specifications
• Database Design & Programming - store and retrieve the data you need to analyze your operations
• Custom Reporting - specialized reports to deliver information in the format you want
• Interface Design and Programming - get two software systems to share data and "talk" to one another

Pricing
Projects are discussed with clients and time required is estimated in advance. Rates are by the hour. There is no charge for the initial client meeting and no charge for travel in the New Orleans area.