Trying to get organized!
I’m going crazy. I’ve got 1500+ names now and trying to keep them all organized in my Excel spreadsheet is not working out so well. I’ve searched for some software that organizes names for owners, but so far, I’ve seen nothing come close to what I need. Not sure why. So I’m left with trying to do something myself.
I used to be a programmer, but that was a long time ago. But, I could handle building a database on my PC. Right now I’m trying to decide if I should use Microsoft Access 2002, which I already have on my computer, or buy FileMaker Pro 8 for about $300. I downloaded the Filemaker trial yesterday, but of course it’s giving me an installation error and I’m waiting for tech support. It’s always something isn’t it?
I’m going to set up a simple relational database that lets me track all the info for each name, along with offers and counter offers. I’ll create categories, from which multiple one can be assigned per name. I think I’ll also create a table for names I’ve made offers on.
It’s pretty simple stuff. But, I’d rather not spend a few days learning the database program, when I could be out wasting more money on more domains. 
Anyone out there know of any software, or database template, like this before I get going? Would any database experts out there like to put together a database for me?
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What about DNA Pro or DN Puch? (Both from SoftNik.com)
I use DNA Pro for scouting and organizing and thinking of moving to DN Punch.
Sam
Hi there,
I hear a lot of people are very happy with the ISP version of “Watch My Domains”:
http://www.domainpunch.com/products/wmdisp/
(I am neither affiliated with them, nor have I used that product myself.)
HTH,
/Frank
Did you find a suitable one to use? I’ve created my own access database in the past, and sampled a few others that are available but never bought them - I always end up going back to my excel.
As long as you always ensure the master list of names is up to date, especially the expiration dates, then I find it pretty manageable. I advise people to use a single spreadsheet with specific columns holding their information which can be updated, but for someone with the excel knowledge it’s great to use other tabs which will allow you to run fomulae on domains expiring within the next month or two, keeping count of the various TLDs in the portfolio and how many with each registrar (if not ocnsolidated to one). I find it easier to add additional information to excel than I would a database.
Amos
Try using SalesForce.com. It is meant for well sales forces but it is fully customizable and has an Opportunities section. It has built in search functions and 15 different types of input field options. It is free too
http://www.salesforce.com.
My spreadsheets are getting out of hand too. After a while they just evolve into a huge mess of colors and random notes.
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