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Create business documents, plan project timelines, map your processes and prepare spreadsheet data for new software. Use the tools free in your browser, then download the source code or talk to us about a custom solution.

  • Free to usePractical business tools
  • No account requiredWorks in your browser
  • Source code availableExplore and adapt the code

Business Document Builder

Create quotes, work orders and service reports with your own business details. Preview the result, export a PDF and save a reusable template.

  • Three practical document templates.
  • Editable details, line items and branding.
  • PDF and reusable JSON exports.
Open Document BuilderHow it works
Built on pdfmeView source & docs

Project Timeline & Budget Planner

Map project phases, adjust dates and calculate a budget from your own hours and rates. Export a plan you can discuss with your team or a development partner.

  • Editable tasks and visual timeline.
  • Hours, rates and contingency calculations.
  • PDF, CSV and JSON exports.
Open Project PlannerHow it works
Built on Frappe GanttView source & docs

Business Process & System Mapper

Turn the steps in your business into a clear process diagram. Start with a template, edit the workflow and export a diagram or its editable source.

  • Guided process editor and source mode.
  • Business-process and system-map examples.
  • SVG, PNG, PDF and editable-source exports.
Open Process MapperHow it works
Built on MermaidView source & docs

Data Import Mapper & Validator

Make spreadsheet data ready for new software. Find missing, inconsistent and repeated information, then download cleaned records, a reusable column map and validation code.

  • CSV, TSV and Excel files stay in your browser.
  • Required, type, allowed-value and duplicate checks.
  • Cleaned data, issue reports, mappings and code.
Open Data Import MapperHow it works
Built on fflateView source & docs

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Practical outputs

Create files you can use, share with your team and edit again.

Inspectable source →

Explore the code and make it work for your business.

Local processing →

Your work stays in your browser. Saving on this device is optional.

Built around your team →

Connect the tools to your systems or create something custom.

Software project readiness →

Check whether a software brief or RFP is ready for useful proposals.

Vendor evidence index →

Compare traceable software-delivery evidence across U.S. and Canadian firms.