What could shorter file searches be worth?
Explore a search-time scenario using your own estimates. Start with a 40% assumed reduction, then adjust it from 0% to 100%. The results are hypothetical, not measured DNM performance.
What the calculator measures
The calculator multiplies people, searches per day, seconds per search and working days to estimate annual search time. That includes necessary searching, not just avoidable effort. The labor rate puts a monetary value on the modeled time; it does not show cash that your business will save.
Choose your assumptions
Set the number of people, searches per person, seconds per search and assumed reduction. Advanced assumptions let you change the hourly labor rate, working days and modeled license count. License count initially follows the number of people, but you can set it separately.
Try the assumption in your own workflow
DNM suggests filenames from a saved policy for you to review before saving. Try it on a representative batch and compare search time before and after. The calculator uses the USD $10 monthly plan over 12 months, before tax. Check the pricing page for other plans and checkout prices.
What it does not count
This model covers search time and license fees only. It excludes setup, training, ongoing naming review, migration work and other costs or benefits. Time released may be used for other work; it is not automatically a reduction in payroll or an increase in profit.
The 40% starting reduction is an example assumption, not a typical or expected DNM result. Use 0% to model no improvement. Calculator inputs stay in your browser.
Test your naming policy on real work.
Choose a representative batch, review DNM's suggested names, and measure whether the resulting names help you find files. Use what you learn to refine your calculator assumptions.