Find a provider for Access further development

Access used to be practical. But when requirements grow, things get complicated. Local database solutions without a web connection, limited scalability and inflexible extensions mean that companies are rather limited in their options.

Access can work for companies, but as processes grow, the effort required for maintenance and expansion also increases.

We see it time and time again:
Outdated Access applications that have been painstakingly kept alive for years until they become a real problem. No access on the move, no connection to other systems, no simple further development.

We can help you change that.
soxes has years of experience in modernizing Access solutions, including re-engineering, web connectivity and developing new platforms that really fit your processes.

Let’s analyze together what your Access database really needs.

What is Microsoft Access?

Microsoft Access is a powerful database software developed by Microsoft and is part of the Office package. With Access, users can create and manage databases without in-depth programming knowledge. The software offers a wide range of functions that enable databases to be used for various commercial and professional applications. Access is particularly useful for small to medium-sized companies looking for a cost-effective and user-friendly solution for managing their data.

Are you looking for an experienced partner for programming your MS Access applications? You’ve come to the right place. We know that Access can be a powerful tool, but also that strategic considerations regarding its future viability are crucial.

Current MS Access versions and expiration dates (end of support)

Microsoft planned to remove Microsoft Access from Microsoft 365, but continued development and released Access 2019 in 2018.

Microsoft Access 2021 was released as part of Office 2021 and has guaranteed support until 13.10.2026 (expiry date).

Microsoft Access 2024 was released in the autumn of 2024 and has 5 years of guaranteed support on hardware available at the time of release.

You should know  that Microsoft is reducing the further development of Access, which harbours the long-term risk that support will be discontinued. Microsoft’s roadmap for the further development of Access clearly shows that apart from some «cosmetics» nothing more will be done to Access.

Our team will proactively advise you on future-orientated solutions that will secure your business processes in the long term. Let’s work together to develop a strategy that fulfils your current needs and at the same time equips your company for the future.

The limits of Microsoft Access

Although Microsoft Access offers a good solution for many applications, there are also some limitations. The software is not designed for managing very large amounts of data and can reach its performance limits with large databases.

To improve performance, indexes can be used and the database structure optimized. For very large databases, migration to more powerful database systems such as SQL Server or Microsoft Azure SQL is recommended. These systems offer the necessary scalability and performance to manage large volumes of data efficiently.

Successor to MS Access?

For companies that want to modernize or replace their Microsoft Access solutions, there are a number of powerful alternatives available today. Cloud-based platforms such as Airtable or Zoho Creator enable flexible data management with user-friendly interfaces and extensive integration options.

For more demanding requirements, robust relational database systems such as Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL or MySQL are available, which can be combined with modern web frameworks.

Low-code platforms also allow less technically skilled employees to create complex business applications.

Companies that still prefer a locally installed solution can fall back on Microsoft SQL Server in conjunction with Power Apps as a powerful Access alternative.

When selecting a successor, factors such as scalability, security, user-friendliness and integration capability with existing systems should be carefully weighed up.

Reliable support for your MS Access database guarantees efficiency and data security. The various Access versions play an important role here, as they make it possible to distribute and use databases without having to install a complete Access version.

Our professionals provide essential maintenance and updates to keep your database functioning optimally and your data protected. Whether for day-to-day operations or growth plans, we provide the support you need to keep your access solution powerful and secure. Read more about our MS Access support.

In addition to the smooth operation of your MS Access solution, we attach great importance to the ability to adapt to new requirements. We offer individual solutions to expand your database, integrate it and convert it to a more advanced system if necessary.

This is because older applications in particular often lack proper documentation or the knowledge of how they work lies exclusively with a single person. If this person leaves the company, critical gaps quickly arise.

Our goal is to ensure that your Access application continues to optimally support your processes in the future and contribute to increasing your efficiency.

Customers who count on our Access support

Sulzer AG is the world’s leading pump manufacturer with more than 20 production sites. The world’s most complex pipeline system is based on Sulzer pumps and transports two million barrels of crude oil daily from Canada over 13,500 km to North America. Sulzer Pumps Ltd. has commissioned soxes AG to create a software solution based on Microsoft Access and Excel. Today, all projects at Sulzer Pumps are coordinated via the Order Progress Room, newly developed by soxes.

The MS Access-based application clearly shows all orders, including order number, customer name, project name and project manager thanks to filter functions. The orders can be placed according to calculated or sorted according to the agreed delivery date. The solution is used worldwide (multi-user suitable). You can find the entire project description including an insight into the Access application here!