> My boss is not willing to pay for any software.

Sounds like you need a new boss. Seriously, seek employment elsewhere. How can a company that manufactures and markets software be unwilling to pay for software. Why don't you suggest to your boss that he sticks to his guns and releases TripSoft to the public domain?

P.S. I know you really didn't want or need to hear any of this, but your message inspired me to say it anyway. :-)