Formula 1 Autocentre will require a computer based system to solve the problem within the organisation.

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At the moment Formula 1 uses a manual filing system that consists of records stored onto paper and the filed. I have identified that Formula 1 Autocentre will require a computer based system to solve the problem within the organisation.

The first possible method I have considered is another manual filing system. This would be a waste of time, as it will create further problems as the system becomes larger.  However it would be the cheapest solution as there is no specialist software needed. Data would still have to be inputted manually, stored and onto non-carbon required paper.

The second possible method I considered was a spreadsheet system, as this would give more precise calculations of invoices, stocks and labour costs. It may also help to provide a way to make estimates more accurate to a price of a repair. I can also use the built in functions of a spreadsheet program (formulas) to my advantage for the ease of calculations. Another feature that may help would be to create graphs and charts. However it will be very difficult to create a way to input data or design a data entry form.

The third possible solution I considered was to create custom written software (bespoke system), which can be customised to the requirements of Formula 1 Autocentre.  This will be specifically designed for car repairs; hence this will have a smaller hard disk footprint.  The software will have specialised backup for any technical help and a full user manual. I have spoke to Mr Parker of having Custom written software and he had told me that he is aware of this kind of software for car repairs but he believes that the systems are created for larger garages and is very costly.

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The forth-possible solution I could undertake is a generic software package. I am confident that a generic software package database package could be a dependable solution.    

A Database is an electronic filing system that is organised into a collection of data.

A Database Management System can provide facilities to co-ordinate data in a flexible manner. This is a cheaper method and is readily available. A database can add, modify or delete from the database. Questions or queries can be asked about the data stored. A database can also produce reports that review selected information ...

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