Thanks for your responses.  Next time we install SQL Server I will ensure that the regional settings are correct before installation.  Until then I will continue to use the workarounds.

Thanks Data-Man, that is just what I wanted. I was not familiar with the features of Access 2000.

Thanks for the response heda_p but that is not what I was looking for. I am wanting an application like a front-end with a graphical user interface that allows...