Transforming Data Chaos into Business Clarity
With over 40 years of experience in the IT industry, Arnold Dreyer specializes in converting fragmented Excel-based systems into robust, centralized database solutions that drive efficiency and accuracy across organizations.
Based in Edenvale, South Africa, Arnold has built a career on understanding how businesses actually work—then creating systems that work the way they do.
A Career Built on Solid Foundations
Arnold’s journey began in the era of mainframes and batch processing, where he developed accounting systems in Cobol L, Cobol 97, and Microsoft Basic. Those seven years instilled a discipline around structured programming and data integrity that continues to define his work today.
His career highlights include:
- Analyst/Programmer at UNISYS South Africa supplier — Developed productivity tools in Burroughs B20 Basic that supported entire programming teams
- Visual Basic Developer for a national fast-food franchise — Built and managed integrated systems for recipe control, sales tracking, and inventory management
- Independent Developer since 2002 — Focused exclusively on helping businesses replace spreadsheet chaos with sustainable, scalable database solutions
What Arnold Does Best
Arnold doesn’t just build databases—he builds systems that people actually want to use. His approach combines technical excellence with practical design:
Technical Skills:
- Database design and development in Microsoft Access with SQL Server integration
- Custom interface design with intuitive navigation and secure access controls
- Multi-user system architecture built for scalability and reliability
- Legacy data cleanup and migration
Business Skills:
- Direct collaboration with domain experts to understand real workflow needs
- Comprehensive user training and documentation
- Minimal disruption deployment strategies
- Audit-ready structures for compliance-focused industries
Proven Results
Arnold’s solutions deliver measurable impact. Here’s what clients have achieved:
| Industry | Solution | Result |
|---|---|---|
|
Food Service |
Recipe & Cost Control System |
80% reduction in stock loss, 50% faster reconciliation |
|
Laboratory Services |
Proficiency Testing System |
Improved accuracy and faster result turnaround |
|
Research Ethics |
Ethics Oversight Database |
Enhanced compliance and centralized documentation |
|
Automotive |
CRM System |
Increased customer retention and repeat business |
|
Professional Development |
CPD Tracking System |
Full compliance achieved, reduced admin burden |
|
Manufacturing |
Order Management System |
Improved tracking and invoicing accuracy |
|
Retail |
Invoicing System |
Reduced errors and better financial reporting |
|
Clinical Research |
Contract Management System |
Improved visibility and audit readiness |
|
Clinical Trials |
Personnel Coordination System |
Streamlined regulatory submissions |
Why Clients Trust Arnold
Security & Reliability: Multi-user access protocols, secure startup routines, and audit-ready architectures built for peace of mind.
Clarity & Usability: Transparent documentation and guided onboarding ensure teams adopt systems confidently.
Partnership Approach: Arnold works directly with your team to understand your challenges and build solutions that fit your reality—not a textbook ideal.
Sustainability: Systems designed for long-term growth, not quick fixes.
Long-Term Value: Arnold builds database applications that deliver lasting returns on investment. Many of his databases remain in active production use more than 20 years after deployment, continuously maintained and adapted to support clients’ evolving business needs.
Ready to Replace Spreadsheet Chaos?
If your business is outgrowing Excel and you need a database solution that actually works for your team, let’s talk.
“Every client I have worked with has had a problem with their data scattered all over in spreadsheet chaos. Consolidating their data into a workable, user-friendly database solution is my passion.” – Arnold Dreyer