Cokersoft ~ we make your computers work better for you

Computer Databases and Interfaces

About Us

Phone: (703) 931-3290

Fax: (703) 931-3690

E-mail: christine.coker@cokersoft.com

One Skyline Place, 5205 Leesburg Pike #213 Falls Church, VA 22041

CokerSoft is a small, woman owned, 8(a) certified business founded in 1996, specializing in automated solutions to information and financial system challenges.

We have over 25 years of experience in technical and financial support—developing and improving database systems and interfaces between systems. Our combined expertise in computer software, hardware and accounting broadens our ability to provide comprehensive service.

Our goal is to make your computers work better for you.

To contact us:

NAICS Codes:

5415

Computer Systems Design and Related Services

61142

Computer Training

5412

Accounting Services

541690

Scientific and Technical Consulting

541990

Professional & Technical Services

Christine Coker, President of CokerSoft

I have over twenty years of experience in developing databases and interfaces. I have managed the design, development and implementation of numerous information technology projects for business and government clients. I also have a strong accounting background, and specialize in financial, real estate, association, and food service applications. My professional memberships include:

¨ Women in Technology

¨ Greater Washington Society of Association Executives (GWSAE)

¨ GWSAE Technology Advisory Council

¨ Alexandria Chamber of Commerce

¨ Women of Washington

¨ National Association of Women Business Owners

Some of the Projects I’ve worked on include:

q Centralized Databases

q Interfaces between Systems

q Process Re-Engineering

q Documentation and Training

q Requirements Definition

q Customizing Software

q Data Conversions

q MS Office Suite projects

q Technical Support

q Network management

q Project Management

q Database Management

q Systems Analysis & Management

q Computer Specialist

I know how important it is to keep up with the changing technology, and regularly attend courses. The most recent class was for Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Programming. I have a Bachelors of Science degree in Math and Business from Wake Forest University.

I am active in the community, participating in Habitat for Humanity projects and teaching art classes to the underserved community in Arlington, Virginia. I also teach computer courses at the USDA Graduate School in Washington DC.

An experienced writer, I have authored several articles for local professional magazines, including the Women of Washington’s In Touch magazine and the Greater Washington Society of Association Executive’s Executive Update magazine. I also have written and produced a quarterly newsletter for my clients on timely computer and accounting topics.

Using my unique blend of accounting and computer systems expertise, I can provide you with a comprehensive solution to your accounting and information systems problems.

My goal is to make your computers work better for you.

Testimonials:

I would highly recommend Coker for any management or consulting project.” Al Burfeind, IS Manager, GE Capital Asset Management

"Now our data is merged into one database and there is order." Marva Gumbs, Executive Director, GW University Career Center

“ I love how transparent your work is! I've worked with developers before who were insistent that they be the gurus, with mysterious goings on behind the curtains. I love that as I review the detail, it is very clear what is what, which gives me the information that I need to give you the feedback you need. I know this will help keep the changes down later... So I commend you on that style.” Amy Jackson, Child Life Council

“Your understanding of our needs, expert advice and prompt response time to our hardware problems have been an invaluable service to our organization. It has truly been a pleasure doing business with you.” Brenda Grembowski, Supervisor, Commission of Accounts Office, Circuit Court of Fairfax County.

"[You] helped me clarify and deal with this year and start thinking about next year." Eileen Mandell, Pepper Hamilton

“Coker is very creative, and can propose ideas to help us solve this problem.” Roy Fontane, Controller, Nutrition Inc.

Case Studies

Computer Systems and Services
MS Access Databases	Visual Basic, VBA, VB.net
MS Word templates	MS Excel macros
Integrated MS Office systems	Interfaces between software
Network management and service	Accounting software
Develop centralized systems	Improve processing efficiency
Training	Accounting Interfaces
Process flow re-engineering	Systems design and Analysis
System migrations & Conversions	Documentation
Coordinate technical projects	Install Software
Crystal Reports	Goldmine reports and customization
Accounting Services
Bookkeeping	Audit
Financial Statements	Tax Preparation

CokerSoft Technology Capabilities
Hardware
CADO	IBM System 3	IBM System 360/370
HP3000	MAI/BASIC4	IBM PC & compatibles
IBM AS400	Mentor 4000	Z80
IBM 1401/1440	TRS-80
Operating Systems
HP MPE, MPE IX	PC-MOS	Windows
IBM OS (MFT, MVT)	PICK OS	MS-DOS
Software
Assembler	Front Page	Powerplay
ASP, ASP.NET	Goldmine	Profile
AutoCoder	HTML, X-HTML	Quattro
BAL - IBM Basic Assembler	IMS	QuickBooks
Basic	ISAM	RPG
Btrieve	Lotus	SGML
C	MS Access	SMF
Cognos Powerhouse	Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook	SQL
Cobol	Microsoft Project	UltraEdit
Compiler Development	MS Publisher	Visual Basic
Crystal Reports	Pascal	Visual Basic. NET
dBase	Peachtree	Visual Studio.NET
Fortran	POWER	Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)
FoxPro	DreamWeaver	XML

Fragmented Franchises

Problem: The corporate office of a growing security systems business had five different lists of their franchises. Keeping this information synchronized required all franchise information changes to be made in these five different places. Obviously errors, inconsistencies and the redundancy of this system were causing significant problems for management.

Solution: We converted their multiple lists into one centralized database providing increased data value for the entire business. Further, we integrated financial and operational information into this singular database.

Testimonial: Our Franchise production has never been easier. We can track royalty revenue, sales performance and our apprehensions level with the systems Coker developed. And you trained us how to write queries so that we can pull data from the database for additional analysis reports. Doreen Herring, Vice President of Marketing, Sonitrol Corporation

Accounting for Pools

Problem: Pools by Young, a family-owned swimming pool installation and service business was far behind in their billings and collections. Donna Young, the owner had bought Peachtree Accounting™ software, a cost-effective small business accounting system. However she didn’t know how to use it, and her cash needs weren't keeping up with her payment demands.

Solution: We met with Donna and her accounting staff and reviewed how they were managing her accounts receivables and accounts payables. We made several practical suggestions on how to improve paper files, such as using copies of checks to document and post cash receipts and organizing accounts receivable by customer instead of date.

We helped her customize the Peachtree Accounting™ software including setting up vendors, personalizing invoices and tracking jobs, equipment and service revenues. Within a short time, Pools by Young caught up with their billing, receivables were far better managed, and cash flow had greatly improved.

Testimonial: We were so far behind in our billing, and I knew we weren’t managing our customer’s needs either. Coker really helped me get an accounting system in place that was easy for me to use and helped me manage the piles of paper. We saved hours of manual tasks and processes with the new accounting system. Donna Young, President, Pools by Young

Pest Conversion

Problem: Year 2000 was looming and a Noble Pest Control, a pest control business, had an old DOS computer and accounting system that was not Y2K compliant. While David Noble liked the functions of his software including the interfaced inventory, accounting, and driver/route maintenance functions, he knew he needed to find a new computer system that would be Y2K compliant and able to utilize the newer features of a Windows-based environment..

Solution: Doing research on the World Wide Web and with pest control professional associations, Coker found a reasonably priced software solution for Noble Pest Control. And for a nominal fee, they converted their old data into the new system. Through the installation of PC Anywhere™, their bookkeeper was able to login from home to manage the accounting.

Testimonial: Coker really saved us. We didn’t know what to do with that old system, and now we have a new one that’s even easier to use. I ended up spending less money than I thought I’d have to and have a better system to show for it. David Noble, President, Noble Pest Control

Real Estate Migration

Problem: A large east coast Real Estate firm was migrating from a customized accounting system that had been developed on a small mainframe system in the 1980’s (that was not Y2K compliant). The new, more comprehensive software was in development on a client-server platform. Selected files needed to be converted to the new system. Automated processes and calculations, technical documentation and process maps were needed. An interface between the old system and new needed to be defined and developed.

Solution: Coker came in and reverse-engineered the existing system. By meeting with users and reviewing source code, we were able to document and map how the system worked. We worked with the client-server group to define the new system processes and design the link between the new and the old computer system.

Testimonial: We didn’t have anybody who could talk both the old mainframe and the new client/server language. Coker provided us with a good road map for moving from the old system to the new. Using a consulting firm like CokerSoft was the best solution for this project.

Management Training

Problem: In 1995, a stay-at-home mom was returning to the work force. While she had used a terminal on a mainframe computer years ago, her computer skills were completely out-of-date -- she didn’t even know how to use a mouse!

Solution: Coker designed a series of customized training sessions, teaching her what she need to know to become computer literate and business ready.

Testimonial: I was so embarrassed about my weak computer skills, and needed a quick and easy way to get up to speed. A few hours with Coker and I could point and click, understood how Windows works, and had practice exercises that would help me improve on my own.