We have several avid collectors in our family, and we always want to get them something to add to their collection. It's always a challenge. How are we supposed to know what they already have?
Life is a constant battle against clutter and disorganization, and it's even worse for us pack rats. I've got boxes and closets full of cherished items. Doesn't everyone? How can you be expected to buy someone something unique or unusual if they don't even know what they have?
Give them the gift of organization. They'll be pleased.
What am I talking about? Software. Collector's software, to be specific.
Yes, software. Sure, it's not as personal as say socks or packaged meat, but it's sure to please someone who is constantly searching for "more stuff."
The software designers at Collectify have worked very hard to make it easy for "accumulators" to organize, classify and display all their stuff. They should know, they're collectors too.
Now essentially what this software does is allow a collector to catalog all the items in their collection. They can not only keep track of everything they have, but find it as well, along with everything associated with it.
Besides the all important pictures of their items, they can also catalog important information such as:
- detailed descriptions
- where they bought it
- where it's stored
- how much they paid
- its condition
- distinguishing marks
- appraisals
- insurance policies
- relevant addresses and phone numbers
- favorite web pages
The team at Collectify have even included an easy little program collectors can use to create a slideshow of their favorite items, which they can then email to friends, put on their website or simply enjoy on their own system. Fun stuff.
The software is conveniently set up to run like a browser, with "Home", "Back" and "Forward" buttons, but collectors can use it offline. They can take the disk with them and use it on almost any computer.
Now unlike packaged meat, software is something you can try before you buy. You can either download a free copy from the Collectify website or order it on a CD. Play with it free for 30 days. Make sure it passes your strict criteria when it comes to gift giving.
Be the hero this year and click over to the Collectify website to read more about their software, and expect to be impressed. They offer full support for your specific questions and needs.
The collector on your list will be glad you did.