Post-Relational & Multi-Value Databases

Post-relational and multi-value databases and utilities, based on the Pick model, like UniVerse, UniData, jBase, RealityX, D3 and MV-Base, are still widely used in a wide range of business environments. Pick-ware offers expert advice together with an easy means of purchasing relational database licences and utilities via our online catalogue.

The Pick relational database model was devised by the legendary Dick Pick during the Vietnam war as a means of better tracking helicopter parts and has still never been bettered as a database model that combines ease of use with efficiency. Although never as well known as it deserved to be it was adopted by most major players in the business systems arena throughout the 80's and 90's and is still widely adopted today. It still suffers from the lack of a unique identity, different sources call it different names in an attempt to protect their corner of the market. UniVerse, UniData, jBase, RealityX, D3 and MV-Base are all variants of the Pick relational database and many feel that all players would have benefited from a consolidated approach to the market rather than the fragmentation that has always limited Pick's commercial success.

We are especially impressed by Pixie, who offer a variety of tools for integrating legacy Pick-like systems with the web and other more well-known solutions and environments. Check out the details of this on our database products page.

Clear Systems have been developing and supporting systems based on relational databases since 1982 and must be among the foremost experts in the application of the Pick model to practical business needs. Pick is now known under many names, in several "flavours", and we can advise on the best version for specific applications. Do not hesitate to get in touch if you require information or advice on any aspect of these post-relational databases and their associated utilities. You can use the enquiry form on this site to get in touch or just call us or mail using the contact details on our contacts page.