SQL Spreads

Questions and answers

• Collaboration
  Different roles allow non-technical users to update SQL Server data using Excel easily.
• Easy Deployment
  Support for easy installation and packaged deployments makes setup simple.
• Secure solution
  SQL Spreads uses Windows and SQL Server security to protect your data.
• Track all changes
  Keep a record of changes in the database, showing who changed a row and when.
• No coding required
  Read and write data between Excel and SQL Server without needing to write any code.
• Foreign Key Lookups
  Key value lookups help manage relational data easily and keep it accurate.
• Involve Data Owners
  Different roles for designers and editors protect your setup.
• Filter huge data sets
  Import large data sets into Excel, even from tables with millions of rows.
• Get started in 5 minutes
  Quickly set up which tables and columns to use with an easy-to-use designer.
• Automatic Data Validation
  Check Excel entries against SQL Server data types to prevent unsafe inputs.
• Excel to SQL Server Write-back
  Excel users can quickly update and write back data to SQL Server.
• Manage SQL Server data using Excel
  Use Excel, a familiar tool, to manage your data in SQL Server.

• Quick setup
  Setting up SQL Spreads takes only 5 minutes, allowing users to start managing data right away.
• Track changes
  Users can see who changed data and when, which helps keep a clear record of updates and changes.
• Easy maintenance
  Users can easily adjust their data management solutions as needs change, without needing technical skills.
• No coding required
  Users do not need to know SQL or coding to manage data, making it accessible for everyone.
• Collaboration features
  Distinct roles for designers and editors allow non-technical users to update data safely and easily.
• Import large data sets
  Excel can handle huge data sets, even with millions of rows, allowing users to work with extensive data easily.
• Secure data management
  Data is stored within the organization's network, ensuring that it is protected and secure.
• Maintain data integrity
  Key lookups help ensure that data is accurate and consistent, which is important for reliable data management.
• Automatic data validation
  Excel entries are checked against SQL Server data types, preventing unsafe or incorrect data from being entered.
• Easily update SQL Server data
  Users can quickly update, insert, and delete data in SQL Server directly from Excel, making data management simple.

• Data Owners
  Data owners can take control of their data by updating it directly in SQL Server without needing technical skills.
• Data Analysts
  Data analysts can easily update and manage SQL Server data using Excel, saving them time and effort.
• Business Users
  Business users can manage large data sets in SQL Server using the familiar Excel interface, making it easier for them to work with data.
• IT Professionals
  IT professionals can quickly set up and maintain data management solutions without needing to write code.
• Project Managers
  Project managers can track changes in the database, ensuring that everyone is on the same page with data updates.
• Financial Analysts
  Financial analysts can use SQL Spreads for financial forecasting and planning, making their work more efficient.