17.4. Using VB to Run a Better Business

Over the last 16 chapters, you've come to know and love the Boutique Fudge data-base, which demonstrates a practical sales database that tracks customers, products, and orders. However, although the Boutique Fudge database stores all the information you need, it still doesn't integrate seamlessly into company life. And before you can fix it, you need to understand why it comes up short.

Most people who work in a business like Boutique Fudge aren't thinking about tables and data operations (like inserting, updating, and deleting records). Instead, they're thinking about tasks, like placing an order, shipping an order, and handling a customer complaint.